Robert Kesterson wrote:
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> Interesting aside: Supplementing with magnesium seems to *cause* leg cramps
> for me. I did not have any issue with cramps before trying the magnesium
> supplements, but when I was taking the supplements, I would frequently have
> cramps in my calves or feet upon waking. When I stopped the magnesium
> supplements, the cramps stopped too.
That's very interesting. I've been noticing the same thing exactly.
When I take Mg citrate at night, I'm more likely to have calf and foot
cramps on waking. Haven't looked for an explanation yet.
Hilary
