Most cramps are in the legs and at night. Causes of muscle cramps include calcium and magnesium imbalance, vitamin E deficiency, dehydration, poor circulation, inactivity, anaemia, fibromyalgia, arteriosclerosis, hypothyroidism and arthritis.

If cramp occurs during the day, while you are active, or occurs after walking but is better when you stop walking, visit the doctor to check for impaired circulation or arteriosclerosis.

Nutrition Facts & Diet Advice for Muscle Cramps

Consider the following nutrition guidelines:

Eat green leafy vegetables every day.
Eat almonds, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds frequently (ground in a coffee grinder if possible and eaten with meals).
If slightly hypothyroid, take a little kelp every day.
If circulation in the legs is poor, take the herbs Butchers Broom and Horse Chestnut
Have a regular massage if possible, or massage your own legs with a little olive oil.
Keep your legs warm at night, perhaps having a soak in a hot bath with some mineral salts prior to bed.

Health Supplements and Muscle Cramps

Often, a combination of supplements may help in alleviating this condition. You may wish to consult a nutritional therapist for personal advice. Supplements that may be helpful in alleviating symptoms are shown below:

Also consider:

For circulation in legs, Nature's Sunshine Butchers Broom (Circulatory)
Microcell Co-enzyme Q10 with linseed oil (BioCare)

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