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muscle cramps

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fayetteville, AR

I have seen several people remark about their muscle cramps. I started getting severe muscle cramps about a year ago
A friend of mine recommended Magnesium and since i started taking it i dont have cramps unless i forget to take it

December 16, 2020
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Members tackled the common struggle of muscle cramps by sharing a wide variety of remedies that have brought them relief. Several members... Read more

Members tackled the common struggle of muscle cramps by sharing a wide variety of remedies that have brought them relief. Several members found success with magnesium supplements taken at bedtime, potassium-rich foods like bananas, drinking more water, electrolyte drinks like Propel, and even a tablespoon of yellow mustard. A standout recommendation from many was a topical product called Theraworx, available in spray or foam form at stores like Walmart and Walgreens, which members praised as a fast and effective solution for even severe cramps.

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Periodically I get severe cramps in feet, legs and fingers, The only thing that relieves the pain in a minute or two is a tablespoon of yellow mustard.

December 22, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

it comes in pill or liquids, the liquid tastes god awful but wm has in the 250 mg pill. Web md suggest 400 mg per day for men and 360 per day for women. My memory is not the best so you might want to check that. I take one 250 mg per day unless i start to get a twinge then i will add another 250 for that day.
Have a wonderful easy breathing day and enjoy christmans

December 17, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks for that tip as i have just started getting cramps at night,i will give it a go have a happy christmas and stay well xx

December 17, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I bought a [product called Theraworx, it is a topical and it has helped since I started using it. Might want to give it a try!

December 17, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

No like they hurt.Drink water and juices with potassium.Bananas

December 17, 2020

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