Muscle cramps usually occur in the legs but sometimes in other parts of the body. They hurt a lot and are inconvenient when you're out socializing or even just sleeping. However, you may be able to treat your cramps through nutrition alone.
1. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, which often leads to muscle cramps. Water is the most nutritional substance humans can take and its always available--and we'll never run out of it. If you exercise, you may also want to consume some fitness beverages to replace valuable electrolytes during or after your workout.
2. Stock up on minerals because when minerals become unbalanced in your body, you can experience muscle cramps. Focus on the big ones--calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, vitamin C and potassium. You can take supplements or plan your diet so you're getting all the minerals you need from food.
3. Take it easy on the salt intake. Diets high in salt and low in fruits and vegetables can cause muscle cramps.
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