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Effective Home Remedies For Leg Cramps

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Drink Water:

Drinking water may seem like such an ordinary thing. But staying hydrated is vital for a healthy body. There is a close link between muscle cramps and dehydration. So, you need to make sure that you have enough fluids in your body to prevent that from happening. Try to drink at least 2 liters of water everyday. If you exercise, make sure that you drink water before and after your workout sessions. Drinking water maintains the electrolyte balance in our body, which is another important reason for leg cramps.

Eat Potassium Rich Food:

Potassium deficiency can cause leg cramps. If you do not have enough potassium in your body, then you need to consider eating more sources of potassium or start eating potassium supplements with your meals. Potassium rich fruits include oranges, bananas, grapes, apricots, nectarines, dates, or raisins, etc. Meat like pork, lamb, saltwater fish etc., and vegetables like cabbage or broccoli are also rich sources of potassium.

Drink Milk:

Drinking warm milk before going to bed is recommended to ward off leg cramps. Try drinking cow milk because the calcium in the milk helps you to get rid of the leg cramps.

Massage the Tightened Muscle Gently:

The best thing to do when leg cramp strikes is to massage the tightened muscles gently. Try to stretch the leg, if you can and bend the ankle backwards, stretching the calf muscle. Or use a hot water bottle or water bag on the affected area to make the contracted muscles relax.

Exercise:

If you embark on an exercise program, make sure it is suitable for you. Consult with your instructor and learn a proper stretching routine. Be sure to warm up and stretch before you exercise. Do not work out for prolonged periods or over-exert yourself. And never jump into a new exercise routine and overdo it. Sudden bursts of activity and over exercises can lead to leg cramps later.

Footwear:

People with flat foot and other structural problems have more chances of getting leg cramps. Use proper footwear, especially when exercising. This can prevent leg cramps to a huge extent
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