New research just dropped from Geisinger College — and it’s rewriting what we know about genetics and height.
Turns out, the SHOX gene (short-stature homeobox) is the molecular secret weapon behind why men, on average, are taller than women!
Here’s the jaw-dropper:
Men get full SHOX power from the Y chromosome
Women’s second X gets partially shut off — meaning less SHOX = less height
That Y boost adds 3.1 cm (1.2 inches) in height alone!
SHOX explains 22.6% of the average 13 cm height difference!
But it’s not just genes — hormones like testosterone still pack a punch. And guess what? This discovery could unlock new insights into sex-based health conditions like Alzheimer’s and beyond!
Science just got taller — and smarter.
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