Did you know about nature's muscle cramping helpers?

There are a number of natural remedies for helping to deal with muscle cramps.

Foods that will help:

• Coconut water (the MOST recommended)
• Bananas are great as they have a high Potassium content
• B vitamins from wheat flour, vegetables, fresh and dried fruit, porridge, potatoes and yeast extract
• Calcium found in broccoli and spinach
• Mustard and pickle juice because they contain acetic acid
• Turmeric due to its anti-inflammatory properties
• Apple cider vinegar because it has potassium content

Other things to try:

• Epsom salt soak in the bath
• Keep hydrated
• Warm shower or bath to relax muscles
• Light and gentle massage
• Gentle stretches
• Take electrolytes as needed (see Blog 5 Facts for Muscle Cramping)
• Deep breathing (if the cramps are brought on by shallow breaths)
• Temporarily reduce activity if onset occurred during strenuous burst

Turmeric powder

My favourite Cider Vinegar

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That's all for now from your dedicated Sports Massage Therapist