Here’s why you get leg cramps at night and how to fix them

It’s a scenario many people are familiar with: in the middle of sleep, a sudden pain wakes you up. Your leg is straight, your muscle tense, and you can’t move without wincing. You’ve just had a nighttime cramp. And if this happens to you regularly, you’re not alone… But the good news is: there are simple, natural solutions to treat it!
Cramps or restless leg syndrome? Don’t get confused!

Before discussing remedies, a little clarification is in order. Many people confuse cramps with restless leg syndrome. However, they are not the same thing!

A cramp is a sudden, painful contraction that lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes.
Restless leg syndrome, on the other hand, causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs, especially while resting, but without intense pain in most cases.
But why do we actually get cramps at night? Continued on the next page

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