The boy 16 years old may still grow taller. Boys 16 years old is in the period of puberty, in the rapid period of growth, whether can still continue to grow taller, mainly depends on whether the epiphysis is closed, if the epiphysis is not closed, it will continue to grow taller. For some people, due to physical and external factors, the epiphyses may close prematurely, resulting in no further growth. To determine whether the epiphysis is closed, you should go to the hospital and have an X-ray examination, such as an orthopantomogram of the left hand or the left knee, to see if the epiphysis exists and whether it has closed. After boys enter puberty, there will be a process of rapid growth in height. The time of epiphyseal closure varies in different people and is mainly affected by factors such as diet, exercise and family genetics. Parents are advised to supplement enough protein, vitamins and minerals during the critical period of the child’s growth, let the child eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, balanced nutrition, and appropriate calcium supplementation. Adopt good living habits, participate in more sports and ensure sufficient sleep to further grow taller.