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What are alternative treatments for muscle cramps?
Cramps may be treated or prevented with Gingko (Ginkgo biloba ) or Japanese quince (Chaenomeles speciosa ). Supplements of vitamin E, niacin, calcium, and magnesium may also help.
A diet rich in calcium and vitamin D can help prevent?
Osteoporosis. Bone material loss.
How do dehydration and salt depletion lead to muscle cramps?
Loss of fluids and salts--especially sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium--can disrupt ion balances in both muscle and nerves. This can prevent them from responding and recovering normally, and can lead to cramp.
Can too much calcium cause leg cramps?
Yes, I believe it can. I was on extreme amounts of calcium (8000 mg/day plus 2 mcg of Calcium/Vitamin D supplement) due to damage to my parathyroids. I started having muscle cramps in my neck, arms, legs and back. I mentioned it to my doctor and after a blood test it was found I did have too much calcium in my blood. They said that cramping could be a sign of too much calcium (as well as too little calcium).
What vitamin is good for bones and teeth?
Calcium is not a vitamin, it's a mineral, but it is very important for healthy bones. Vitamin D helps people absorb and use calcium. Vitamin K seems to help prevent fractures in elderly people.
I get horrible cramps from running is there anyway to help get rid of them?
Muscle cramps are usually caused in part by a calcium deficiency. Make sure you are taking in lots of calcium (which you need Vitamin D to absorb) and these may help the cramping.
What foods can prevent leg cramps?
As common causes include shortage of potassium and calcium, try a banana milkshake.
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.
Will tramadol help with period cramps?
It can, all NSAID's work well for menstrual cramps. It is however better to prevent menstrual cramps to begin with, most women can prevent cramps with simple dietary changes and regulating hormones.
Would tylenol help for period cramps?
Yes, Tylenol will help ease the pain of menstrual cramps - all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs all work on menstrual cramps as it is inflammation caused by hormones that cause uterine contraction which cause menstrual cramps. It is however far better to prevent yourself from getting menstrual cramps to begin with, often lifestyle changes alone are enough to prevent menstrual 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.
Also found in a milk-y laxative what mineral helps prevent muscle spasms and leg cramps Magnesium Iron Calcium Zinc?
Magnesium
Does aspirin help to prevent leg cramps?
If you are experiencing leg cramps because of blocked arteries in the legs, you can take a low dose of aspirin to prevent these cramps, combined with exercise.
Are leg cramps caused by a lack of calcium?
Calcium helps form and maintain bones, muscles and teeth. It also helps the nerves in your body and if your calcium levels are low your nerves send a message telling your body in painful cramps that your body is saying I need calcium. In other words yes lack of calcium does give you painful leg cramps. Hope this helps.
Can Calcium prevent a girl from getting pregnant?
No it cannot, in fact calcium is known to help prevent serious health complications in pregnant women, so is actually good for pregnant women.
What happens i f you get too much calcium?
You can get cramps
What are alternative treatments for muscle cramps?
Cramps may be treated or prevented with Gingko (Ginkgo biloba ) or Japanese quince (Chaenomeles speciosa ). Supplements of vitamin E, niacin, calcium, and magnesium may also help.
