Men in the U.S. are taller on average than men worldwide. Genetics play a big role in how tall a person will be. Maternal health during pregnancy can affect a child's eventual height. Globally, the ...

Dr. Anju Goel, MD, MPH, is a public health consultant and physician with more than 10 years of experience in the California public health system. The average height of women in the United States is 5 ...