Dataset

This dataset was created by Dilara Özcerit

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This statistic represents the average height of men in the top 20 countries worldwide as of 2016. On average, men are ***** centimeters tall in Bosnia & Herzegovina.

This statistic represents the average height of women in the top 20 countries worldwide as of 2016. On average, women are ***** centimeters tall in the Netherlands.

This statistic represents the average height of men and women in selected countries worldwide as of 2008. On average, men are ***** centimeters and women are ***** centimeters tall in Australia.

This dataset is about men and female height in the world and protein impact on the height. This dataset is also about the height change rate of male and female year on year. This a good dataset to perform data analysis or exploratory data analysis.

In the shown time-period the mean height of men and women has generally increased in England. According to the survey, the average height of males rose slightly during the period in consideration, from 174.4 centimeters in 1998 to 176.2 centimeters (approximately 5'9") in 2022. In comparison, the mean height of women was 162.3 centimeters (5'4") in 2022, up from 161 in 1998. Reasons for height increasing While a large part of an adult’s final height is based on genetics, the environment in which a person grows up is also important. Improvements in nutrition, healthcare, and hygiene have seen the average heights increase over the last century, particularly in developed countries. Average height is usually seen as a barometer for the overall health of the population of a country, as the most developed are usually among the ‘tallest’ countries. Average waist circumference also increasing The prevalence of obesity among adults in England has generally been trending upward since 2000. In that year, 21 percent of men and women in England were classified as obese. By 2021, however, this share was 26 percent among women and 25 percent among men. Every adult age group in England had an average BMI which was classified as overweight, apart from those aged 16 to 24, indicating there is a problem with overweightness in England.

Note: Countries are presented from shortest to tallest differential from the global mean; Adjusted  =  adjusted for year of birth, household wealth, education, and place of residence (urban or rural); SE  =  Standard Error.

Moldova MD: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 7.000 % in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 11.500 % for 2005. Moldova MD: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 9.250 % from Dec 2005 (Median) to 2012, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.500 % in 2005 and a record low of 7.000 % in 2012. Moldova MD: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Moldova – Table MD.World Bank.WDI: Health Statistics. Prevalence of stunting, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose height for age is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59 months. For children up to two years old height is measured by recumbent length. For older children height is measured by stature while standing. The data are based on the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Undernourished children have lower resistance to infection and are more likely to die from common childhood ailments such as diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections. Frequent illness saps the nutritional status of those who survive, locking them into a vicious cycle of recurring sickness and faltering growth (UNICEF, www.childinfo.org). Estimates of child malnutrition, based on prevalence of underweight and stunting, are from national survey data. The proportion of underweight children is the most common malnutrition indicator. Being even mildly underweight increases the risk of death and inhibits cognitive development in children. And it perpetuates the problem across generations, as malnourished women are more likely to have low-birth-weight babies. Stunting, or being below median height for age, is often used as a proxy for multifaceted deprivation and as an indicator of long-term changes in malnutrition.

** Apologies in advance for sharing the data in XLSX format but had no other choice as I wanted to present/share all the crucial information in 1 single file. **

Trends of adult height in India from 1998 to 2015

Several studies in the past have shown that the average height of adults across the globe is is on the rise, but against this trend, the average height of adults in India is declining at an alarming rate, as per a study titled ‘Trends of adult height in India from 1998 to 2015: Evidence from the National Family and Health Survey’.

The authors of this study have stated, “In the context of an overall increase in average heights worldwide, the decline in the average height of adults in India is alarming and demands an urgent enquiry. The argument for different standards of height for the Indian population as different genetic groups needs further scrutiny.”

The study further states that the decline in the average height of Indian adults is not just because of a genetic factor, but various non-genetic factors have also come into play, such as lifestyle, nutrition, social and economic determinants and so on.

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Acknowledgements & Citations

Citation: Choudhary KK, Das S, Ghodajkar P (2021) Trends of adult height in India from 1998 to 2015: Evidence from the National Family and Health Survey. PLoS ONE 16(9): e0255676. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0255676

Average human height by country - wikipedia

Inspiration

Read an article online about the decline of average height of adults in India and got curious about the data the researcher collected over 17 years.

Online Article link here

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Height is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and nutritional factors on a global scale. Genetic predispositions play a significant role in determining an individual's height, as certain populations may have inherent traits that contribute to taller or shorter statures. Additionally, environmental factors such as access to healthcare, sanitation, and overall socioeconomic conditions can impact growth patterns.

Nutrition is a crucial determinant of height, especially during the formative years of childhood and adolescence. Insufficient or imbalanced nutrition can stunt growth, leading to shorter stature. Conversely, adequate nutrition supports proper development and contributes to reaching one's genetic height potential.

On a global scale, variations in average height can be observed across different regions and populations. These differences are reflective of the complex interplay between genetics, environment, and nutrition. Understanding these global height factors is essential for addressing health disparities and implementing effective strategies to promote optimal growth and well-being worldwide.

Macedonia MK: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 4.300 % in 2011. This records a decrease from the previous number of 9.200 % for 2005. Macedonia MK: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 5.300 % from Dec 1999 (Median) to 2011, with 4 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 9.200 % in 2005 and a record low of 0.900 % in 2004. Macedonia MK: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Macedonia – Table MK.World Bank: Health Statistics. Prevalence of stunting, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose height for age is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59 months. For children up to two years old height is measured by recumbent length. For older children height is measured by stature while standing. The data are based on the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Undernourished children have lower resistance to infection and are more likely to die from common childhood ailments such as diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections. Frequent illness saps the nutritional status of those who survive, locking them into a vicious cycle of recurring sickness and faltering growth (UNICEF, www.childinfo.org). Estimates of child malnutrition, based on prevalence of underweight and stunting, are from national survey data. The proportion of underweight children is the most common malnutrition indicator. Being even mildly underweight increases the risk of death and inhibits cognitive development in children. And it perpetuates the problem across generations, as malnourished women are more likely to have low-birth-weight babies. Stunting, or being below median height for age, is often used as a proxy for multifaceted deprivation and as an indicator of long-term changes in malnutrition.

Jordan JO: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 6.200 % in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 8.700 % for 2009. Jordan JO: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 10.400 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2012, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 18.900 % in 1990 and a record low of 6.200 % in 2012. Jordan JO: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Jordan – Table JO.World Bank: Health Statistics. Prevalence of stunting, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose height for age is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59 months. For children up to two years old height is measured by recumbent length. For older children height is measured by stature while standing. The data are based on the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Undernourished children have lower resistance to infection and are more likely to die from common childhood ailments such as diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections. Frequent illness saps the nutritional status of those who survive, locking them into a vicious cycle of recurring sickness and faltering growth (UNICEF, www.childinfo.org). Estimates of child malnutrition, based on prevalence of underweight and stunting, are from national survey data. The proportion of underweight children is the most common malnutrition indicator. Being even mildly underweight increases the risk of death and inhibits cognitive development in children. And it perpetuates the problem across generations, as malnourished women are more likely to have low-birth-weight babies. Stunting, or being below median height for age, is often used as a proxy for multifaceted deprivation and as an indicator of long-term changes in malnutrition.

Dataset Overview: This dataset provides a comprehensive list of the world's tallest women and men, meticulously gathered from Wikipedia. It includes detailed information about each individual, such as their country of origin, height in both metric and imperial units, name, and notable facts. Additionally, the dataset includes lifespan information, highlighting the age at death where applicable. This collection offers valuable insights into the extraordinary heights achieved by individuals across different regions and times.

Colour Code.

Green- living White- deceased Pink - height disputed Blue -No growth related pathological disorder (gigantism, acromegaly)

Data Science Applications: With less than 200 entries, this dataset is ideal for a variety of data science applications. Researchers and enthusiasts can use it to:

• Perform statistical analysis and visualization of height distribution among the tallest individuals.
• Explore correlations between height and geographical regions.
• Conduct studies on the impact of extreme height on lifespan and health.
• Develop machine learning models to predict potential factors contributing to extraordinary height.

Data Columns:

• Country: The country of origin of the individual.
• Metric: The height of the individual in centimeters.
• Imperial: The height of the individual in feet and inches.
• Name: The name of the individual.
• Note: Notable facts,whether verified or disputed etc.
• Lifespan (age at death): The lifespan of the individual, including the age at death.

Ethically Obtained: This dataset has been ethically sourced from Wikipedia, then saved into 2 csv files for Men and Women (No web scraping was performed).

Acknowledgements: I would like to acknowledge Wikipedia for the primary source of information and Adobe Firefly for the dataset thumbnail image.

In 2020, the average height of males aged between 18 and 44 years in China figured at ***** centimeters, up *** centimeters compared to that in 2015. On the other side, obesity and overweight conditions have seen a gradual increase across the country mainly related to an unhealthy diet and a less active urban lifestyle.

Jamaica JM: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 10.100 % in 2012. This records an increase from the previous number of 4.800 % for 2010. Jamaica JM: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 4.800 % from Dec 1994 (Median) to 2012, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 10.100 % in 2012 and a record low of 3.200 % in 1995. Jamaica JM: Prevalence of Overweight: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Jamaica – Table JM.World Bank: Health Statistics. Prevalence of overweight, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose weight for height is more than two standard deviations above the median for the international reference population of the corresponding age as established by the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Estimates of overweight children are also from national survey data. Once considered only a high-income economy problem, overweight children have become a growing concern in developing countries. Research shows an association between childhood obesity and a high prevalence of diabetes, respiratory disease, high blood pressure, and psychosocial and orthopedic disorders (de Onis and Blössner 2003). Childhood obesity is associated with a higher chance of obesity, premature death, and disability in adulthood. In addition to increased future risks, obese children experience breathing difficulties and increased risk of fractures, hypertension, early markers of cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and psychological effects. Children in low- and middle-income countries are more vulnerable to inadequate nutrition before birth and in infancy and early childhood. Many of these children are exposed to high-fat, high-sugar, high-salt, calorie-dense, micronutrient-poor foods, which tend be lower in cost than more nutritious foods. These dietary patterns, in conjunction with low levels of physical activity, result in sharp increases in childhood obesity, while under-nutrition continues

File List HumanHeightWikipediaJan192011.csv HumanHeightDataFile.csv HeightHumanDataRefsFeb32011.doc Description HumanHeightWikipediaJan192011.csv contains height data originally downloaded from Wikipedia “Human Height” page, Jan. 19, 2011. HumanHeightDataFile.csv contains average per country male and female human height data with country name and latitude used for Figure 4. HeightHumanDataRefsFeb32011.doc contains publications and other sources for average per country human height data, based on sources listed on Wikipedia, supplemented with addition information and sources.

In 2023, the average height of South Korean women in their thirties was ****** centimeters, with women in their twenties having a similar average height. On average, South Korean women were ****** centimeters tall, and older women tended to be shorter. Average height increases slowly The average height of women in South Korea has seen a noticeable increase over the past decade. In 2013, women in their twenties were 161.61 centimeters on average. The average height grew by around **** centimeters in the past ten years. The change could be attributed to improvements in overall nutrition, healthcare, and living conditions in the country. The South Korean beauty standard In a survey, South Korean women were asked about their preferred height range, and their answers fell between *** to *** centimeters. Women not only have a preferred height for themselves but also for their future spouses. Single women’s ideal height for their potential husbands was at around ***** centimeters, while single men wished for their potential wives to be *** centimeters tall.

Iraq IQ: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 21.700 % in 2011. This records a decrease from the previous number of 26.200 % for 2006. Iraq IQ: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 26.200 % from Dec 2000 (Median) to 2011, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 27.600 % in 2000 and a record low of 21.700 % in 2011. Iraq IQ: Prevalence of Stunting: Height for Age: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Iraq – Table IQ.World Bank: Health Statistics. Prevalence of stunting, female, is the percentage of girls under age 5 whose height for age is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59 months. For children up to two years old height is measured by recumbent length. For older children height is measured by stature while standing. The data are based on the WHO's new child growth standards released in 2006.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Undernourished children have lower resistance to infection and are more likely to die from common childhood ailments such as diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections. Frequent illness saps the nutritional status of those who survive, locking them into a vicious cycle of recurring sickness and faltering growth (UNICEF, www.childinfo.org). Estimates of child malnutrition, based on prevalence of underweight and stunting, are from national survey data. The proportion of underweight children is the most common malnutrition indicator. Being even mildly underweight increases the risk of death and inhibits cognitive development in children. And it perpetuates the problem across generations, as malnourished women are more likely to have low-birth-weight babies. Stunting, or being below median height for age, is often used as a proxy for multifaceted deprivation and as an indicator of long-term changes in malnutrition.

In 2023, South Korean high school students were among the tallest in Asia, with male students aged 16 years old averaging ***** cm and female students averaging ***** cm. Both South Korean men and women have seen drastic increases in height over the past century, and in the case of women, the change in average height is the largest increase for any population in the world. Height is linked to health The average height of a population can be a good indicator for the overall health of that country; aside from genetic factors, nutrition and childhood infections play an important role in how a child will develop in terms of growth. South Koreans can expect to live longer these days; the average life expectancy at birth has steadily increased and was at **** years as of 2022. Women are expected to live slightly longer than men by around five years. The average weight of South Korean high school students has also generally increased over the years, which may suggest nutrition has improved. However, as with many other OECD countries, the obesity rate has also increased among the population.

United States US: Prevalence of Wasting: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data was reported at 0.700 % in 2012. This records an increase from the previous number of 0.500 % for 2009. United States US: Prevalence of Wasting: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data is updated yearly, averaging 0.550 % from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2012, with 6 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.800 % in 2005 and a record low of 0.100 % in 2001. United States US: Prevalence of Wasting: Weight for Height: Female: % of Children Under 5 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Health Statistics. Prevalence of wasting, female, is the proportion of girls under age 5 whose weight for height is more than two standard deviations below the median for the international reference population ages 0-59.; ; World Health Organization, Global Database on Child Growth and Malnutrition. Country-level data are unadjusted data from national surveys, and thus may not be comparable across countries.; Linear mixed-effect model estimates; Undernourished children have lower resistance to infection and are more likely to die from common childhood ailments such as diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections. Frequent illness saps the nutritional status of those who survive, locking them into a vicious cycle of recurring sickness and faltering growth (UNICEF, www.childinfo.org). Estimates of child malnutrition, based on prevalence of underweight and stunting, are from national survey data. The proportion of underweight children is the most common malnutrition indicator. Being even mildly underweight increases the risk of death and inhibits cognitive development in children. And it perpetuates the problem across generations, as malnourished women are more likely to have low-birth-weight babies. Stunting, or being below median height for age, is often used as a proxy for multifaceted deprivation and as an indicator of long-term changes in malnutrition.