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Posted 3/19/2013 11:31 AM (GMT 0)
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2013/03/17/glycerin-gives-leg-cramps-the-slip/

I'm going to give this a try.  The past few months have been better, but I still occasionally get bouts of muscle cramping.

Posted 3/19/2013 11:45 AM (GMT 0)
When I was having leg and foot cramping my doctor gave me quinine. It worked great. Then I developed osteoporosis and started taking two calcium supplements instead of one and, believe it or not, the cramping went away! So I googled it and low calcium can cause muscle cramping! I could then stop the quinine.

I had cramping badly...my toes would start bending painfully and I would have to jump out of bed and stand on my feet and walk around when the pain eased a little. I am amazed that calcium took that away.

Sherrine
Posted 3/19/2013 1:39 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, Sherrine. :)

Maybe I should 'up' my calcium intake. I think the calcium/magnesium ratio plays a part, too(?)
Posted 3/19/2013 1:57 PM (GMT 0)
I'm not sure but magnesium deficiency can cause muscle pain. I get my magnesium through the malic acid/magnesium supplement, my multiple vitamin, and what I eat.

I take two maximum strength Citracal calcium supplements a day...plus calcium in my multiple vitamin. I use Citracal because it's more easily absorbed by the body then other calcium supplements. I do have some absorption problems.

I was so surprised when the cramping went away though. I had no idea that a calcium deficiency could do that. Google "calcium deficiency and cramping" and you will see!

Sherrine
Posted 3/19/2013 2:29 PM (GMT 0)
Will do, Sherrine. Thanks again--I appreciate the info. I, too, have heard Citrical is great for better absorption. I take it, too, but likely don't take enough.
Posted 3/19/2013 2:53 PM (GMT 0)
Luvsminis, you can take too much calcium so don't take more than two Citracal's a day.

Sherrine
Posted 3/19/2013 4:38 PM (GMT 0)
Good thinking. Wouldn't want to overdo it!
Posted 3/19/2013 6:23 PM (GMT 0)
Reminder: if you have any kidney issues talk to your doctor before taking extra magniesum or calcium. It will overload your kidneys.
Posted 3/19/2013 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, couchtater: Good reminder!
Posted 3/19/2013 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
Good reminder, Joy! It was my doctor who told me to take the extra dose of calcium. I discuss everything with him before I take anything.

Sherrine
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