Muscle Cramps: Causes, Prevention & Natural Relief

Leg and back cramps can be caused by electrolyte imbalances, caffeine, or specific diets like ketosis. Increasing your intake of potassium and magnesium, particularly for runners and pregnant women, provides effective relief.

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Causes of Muscle Cramps in the Calf While Walking

A cramp occurs when a muscle is forcibly and involuntarily contracted. The muscle will not relax. The calf muscle is one of the most commonly affected muscles, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Just about everyone will have a calf muscle cramp at sometime in their life.

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