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Eating something high in potassium is more helpful. Bananas are high in potassium.
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Why does drinking tonic water relieve leg cramps?
It contains quinine, a muscle relaxant.
How to Cure Muscle Cramps?
Muscle cramps can be treated with stretching, massaging, applying heat or cold, and elevating the affected area. You can also try taking a painkiller or drinking water to help relieve the discomfort. If the cramps are severe or recurring, it may be best to speak to a doctor to determine the underlying cause.
What is good advice for getting rid of muscle cramps due to exercise?
we can get relieve from muscles cramps by a massage or a hot water bath
How can I relieve my cramps that seem to happen randomly?
There are a few ways to relieve cramps that happen randomly. Drinking lots of water and remaining hydrated will help. Regular exercise and stretching will also be beneficial.
Can drinking water prevent nighttime leg cramps?
Dehydration can be a cause of leg cramps therefore, drinking water can help to prevent them. Sitting for long periods of time and not getting enough potassium can also cause leg cramps.
What are causes of muscles cramps?
Muscle cramps may be caused by inadequate blood supply, dehydration, or low blood calcium and magnesium. You can prevent them by drinking more water, and making sure that your electrolytes are repleted after exercising.
Can drinking warm water relieve constipation?
Yes it can
What Causes muscle cramps when stretching?
Dehydration - make sure you're fully hydrated before working out or exercising and continue to replenish by drinking water during the exercise.
What cause of muscle cramp?
Muscle cramps may be caused by inadequate blood supply, dehydration, or low blood calcium and magnesium. You can prevent them by drinking more water, and making sure that your electrolytes are repleted after exercising.
How do I stop cramps and how do I prevent it?
To stop cramps when they happen a person should stretch the muscle as much as they can or apply ice. To prevent the onset of cramp one should remain hydrated, drinking lots of water and do stretching exercises before working out.
How do you get rid of a extremely bad cramp?
no 2nd Answer: You didn't mention where the cramp is located. Some people get cramps (the muscle tightens as much as possible, and becomes a hard knot of spasming tissue) in their calves, bottoms of their feet, and so forth. It can be extremely painful ! The quickest way to relieve the cramp is to stretch the muscle hard. For example, with a calf cramp, you can use force to pull your toes and foot up toward your knee. You can prevent, or at least reduce the severity and frequency of cramps by starting a good daily stretching routine, and by drinking plenty of water. Cramps are sometimes caused by their not being enough water in the muscles/nerves.
Is potassium good for leg cramps?
A lack of certain salts and minerals can lead to cramps so it may be. A quick way to relieve cramps is to drink a small bottle of tonic water with quinine in it.
