Leg & Foot Cramps At Night: What's Going On?
What’s causing leg and foot cramps at night, and what can you do about them?
Nocturnal leg and foot cramps can be incredibly painful, often striking just as you're falling asleep or waking you up in the middle of the night.
These cramps are commonly linked to a mineral imbalance, especially low levels of magnesium.
But in many cases, the problem isn’t just low minerals - it’s that your blood pH becomes slightly too alkaline, which can prevent minerals like magnesium from reaching your muscles properly.
When this happens, the nerves may misfire, causing the muscles to tighten or tense up.
Natural remedies for leg and foot cramps may include:
• Apple cider vinegar (2 tbsp in water with sea salt, 1 hour before bed)
• Tonic water with quinine (8oz before bed, or natural version: Cinchona officinalis)
• Calf and toe stretches (hold for 10–15 seconds before sleep)
• Magnesium glycinate (or foods rich in magnesium and chlorophyll)
• Pickles (2 before bed to trigger a nerve-calming reflex)
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Nocturnal leg and foot cramps can be incredibly painful, often striking just as you're falling asleep or waking you up in the middle of the night.
These cramps are commonly linked to a mineral imbalance, especially low levels of magnesium.
But in many cases, the problem isn’t just low minerals - it’s that your blood pH becomes slightly too alkaline, which can prevent minerals like magnesium from reaching your muscles properly.
When this happens, the nerves may misfire, causing the muscles to tighten or tense up.
Natural remedies for leg and foot cramps may include:
• Apple cider vinegar (2 tbsp in water with sea salt, 1 hour before bed)
• Tonic water with quinine (8oz before bed, or natural version: Cinchona officinalis)
• Calf and toe stretches (hold for 10–15 seconds before sleep)
• Magnesium glycinate (or foods rich in magnesium and chlorophyll)
• Pickles (2 before bed to trigger a nerve-calming reflex)
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Stay Connected:
? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryansnaturalremedies/
? TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rtnaturalremedies
? YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ryantaylornaturalremedies
? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryantaylornaturalremedies
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? Ryan Taylor BSc (Hons) Bio:
Ryan Taylor is a nutritionist and educator based in the UK with a degree in Computing Science. After graduating in 2015, he discovered his passion for biology and physiology and transitioned into the field of nutrition. Since then, he has created over 1,500 educational videos on natural remedies, healthy foods, and the science of life to share and expand his understanding of the human body.
Disclaimer:
All content on this channel is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Please consult a doctor for any illnesses or medical concerns. Some videos may contain affiliate links, providing a small commission to support the channel at no extra cost to you.
? I wish you great health, wealth and happiness in everything you do.
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