While the temporary height gain is a fascinating display of spinal decompression, it highlights the uncomfortable reality that human physiology remains strictly optimized for Earth's gravity. It is a fleeting biological novelty that comes with the literal price of physical pain.
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Astronauts Actually Get Taller in Space 😳Added:
Did you know astronauts in space can actually grow taller? Without Earth's gravity constantly compressing the spine, astronauts aboard the NASA space station can temporarily grow around 1 to 2 inches taller. But before you start wishing to live in space, there's a catch. Many astronauts also experience back pain because their spines stretch differently in zero gravity. And when they return to Earth, gravity slowly squishes them back to normal height again. Tag your short friends.
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