healthcare professional if cramps are severe, happen frequently, last a long time, don’t improve with stretching and hydration, or occur along with swelling, redness, warmth, or muscle weakness.
Cramping pain that consistently develops while walking and improves with rest can also have causes other than an ordinary muscle cramp, including problems with blood flow to the legs.
The Bottom Line
Bananas, yogurt, and leafy green vegetables won’t magically eliminate leg cramps.
But they can contribute useful nutrients—including potassium, calcium, magnesium and protein—that support normal muscle function and healthy aging.
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