Restless Leg Syndrome
I suffer badly from Restless Leg Syndrome which is always much worse at night. Is there anything I can take to alleviate the symptoms?
This common condition is characterized by unpleasant tickling, burning or aching sensations in the muscles of the legs. Symptoms tend to come on at night in bed, although prolonged inactivity can also heighten the discomfort. The key supplement you need to tackle this problem is magnesium, which can help relax the nerves that trigger these unpleasant sensations and the specific brand to try is Natures Plus Dyno-Mins Magnesium since it provides a therapeutic dose (250mg of magnesium per tablet), but absorption is enhanced because it is formulated in a form known as food state. Take one tablet daily, after your main meal of the day.
You may also benefit from taking a remedy that can help enhance circulation, particularly to the tissues of the lower limbs. This will not only improve the flow of oxygen to affected tissues but facilitate the delivery of crucial nutrients, including magnesium and calcium, to those muscles. Nature’s Way Butcher’s Broom provides 470mg of the active agents per capsule; take three capsules daily.
If you cannot find these specific brands in your local health shop, you can mail order both from Victoria Health (0800 413596) where Natures Plus Dyno-Mins magnesium costs £12.95 for 90 tablets and Nature’s Way Butcher’s Broom costs £9.95 for 100 capsules. There are no known contraindications for this herb.