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Articles categorized as Leg Cramps

Article imageJoe Graedon - September 11, 2023
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Soap Under the Sheet Can Prevent Nocturnal Leg Cramps

Placing a fresh bar of soap under the bottom sheet near where the legs will rest may prevent nocturnal leg cramps. Could limonene in the fragrance help explain this effect?

Joe Graedon - August 21, 2023

Busting Myths and Offering Unique Leg Cramp Remedies

Terry Graedon - June 12, 2023

How Can You Find Quinine for Leg Cramps?

Terry Graedon - May 28, 2023

Pickle Relish Will Do in a Pinch Against Leg Cramps

Terry Graedon - May 7, 2023

How to Ease Leg Cramps with Mustard

Joe Graedon - January 19, 2023

Can Soap Chips in Your Socks Ease Leg Cramps?

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Terry Graedon - December 19, 2022

How to Use Soap in Bed for Nighttime Leg Cramps

To see whether soap in bed will protect you from leg cramps at night, unwrap a bar and put it under the bottom sheet or apply liquid soap.

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Terry Graedon - November 5, 2022

Why Does Mustard Relieve Muscle Cramps?

Have you ever wondered how could mustard relieve muscle cramps? We have a probable explanation that works through nerves and their receptors.