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WHY DO LEG CRAMPS APPEAR AT NIGHT AND HOW CAN THEY BE PREVENTED!?

Consume enough potassium or magnesium in order to increase the amount of these minerals in the body. These minerals are responsible for the occurrence of leg cramps
Always wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing high heels
Use horse chestnut since it is great for improvement of blood circulation
Always take a warm and relaxing bath before you rest
Try to exercise in water in order to build leg muscles
Try acupuncture in order to relax the muscles
Stretch before you go to bed
Here is what you need to do once leg cramp appears

Many people are stunned once they get leg cramps at night. It is best to do the following in order to reduce the discomfort:

Make sure that you sit on the floor and put the legs in front of you. Next you should flex the feet at the ankles by forcing them to point towards the knees. Pull the feet in order to get the better stretch.
Do circular movements massage on the affected area
Consume yellow mustard – 1 tablespoon
Try to walk for certain period of time
Always keep the sheets and blankets loose rather than tight