REASONS WHY YOUR LEGS CRAMP UP AT NIGHT AND HOW TO FIX IT

Tips to fix and prevent leg cramping at night:

Drink a lot of water and other healthy fluids in order to prevent dehydration.
The consumption of sport drinks with electrolytes can also prevent the problem
Avoid alcohol, coffee and soda beverages that can only increase the risk of cramping
If you experience a cramp, massage the muscle with your hands for 10-15 minutes
Always stretch your leg muscles before going to sleep. This will ease muscle tension and reduce the risk of having a cramp while sleeping. According to a 2012 study, stretching before going to bed can reduce the frequency and severity of nocturnal leg cramps in adults
You can also ride your stationary bicycle for 10 minutes before going to bed
Make sure to keep bed sheets and blankets loose around your feet so that your toes are not distorted
Adding more magnesium to your diet can be beneficial as well. Nuts and seeds have a rich content of magnesium. However, pregnant women are not recommended to take magnesium supplements and should consult a doctor
Walking or jiggling the leg after a cramp sends a signal to the brain that our muscle needs to contract and relax. This can speed up the recovery
Try to include enough potassium in your diet. Dates, bananas, grapes, broccoli, fish, pork, lamb, oranges, grapefruit, cabbage, and apricots are excellent sources of potassium
Applying a hot compress to the cramped muscle can relax and loosen it up, which in turn will relieve the cramp.

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