Kasvukiirusta
Kasvukiirusta is a Finnish term used to describe periods of rapid physical growth in humans, most commonly during puberty but also occurring in early childhood. The word combines kasvu (growth) and kiirusta (spurting or speeding), and in everyday Finnish it is used to refer to the noticeable acceleration in height and body size that some children show as they approach adolescence.
In many populations, the pubertal growth spurt begins earlier in girls (roughly ages 9 to 14) and
During Kasvukiirusta, appetite may increase, sleep needs rise, and mood may fluctuate. Some people feel temporarily
Nutrition and sleep are important; adequate calories, protein, calcium, vitamin D, and regular physical activity support
Kasvukiirusta is a normal developmental phase, not a disease, and most individuals reach their final adult