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One thing I hadn't anticipated was the leg and foot cramps which are apparently common with the low carb w.o.e. I used to get them as a younger version of myself and have had them infrequently over the years, mostly due to dehydration, which is some of the problem now - I have to drink more water, which I don't particularly like. I've been reading up on this and now have magnesium and calcium supplements to add to all the others I already take and also add lo salt to my water for the potassium. Adding more sea salt is weird after years of avoiding the stuff, but I'll do anything to get a good night's sleep and not be woken up by painful muscle spasms at stupid o'clock. It's not going to put me off though. Low carb is here to stay for me whatever.
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Water is nice but it is possible to stay hydrated drinking other things like coffee and tea. There are those who will swear at me when I say that and I call them water purists. There is nothing worse than being on an eating plan and hating every aspect of it. Do what you got to do, but enjoy the ride!!
12 Nov 13 by member: MNFats52
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I heard that water along with vitamins can help. the problem is that when I eat less, the vitamins make me sick. The Dr. said to try children's gummy vitamins and take two. I haven't tried it yet but it might help.
13 Nov 13 by member: c.s.k
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Thanks for your suggestions both of you. Had a good night last night after taking some magnesium and drinking lots of water/fruit tea and a couple of mugs of black coffee yesterday, although my toes on one foot cramped when I got up. Got some potassium today and have taken a half dose as it's too late in the day here for a full one. Will see what happens tonight. I can feel twitches as I sit here watching tv, what I assume is called 'restless leg syndrome' as I haven't drunk as much today. Will guzzle as much as I can before retiring and hope for the best.
13 Nov 13 by member: Crystalwitch4
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