Go Natural- 6 Ways to ease Muscle Cramping

Muscle cramps are something that can either bother you a little bit or escalate into full blown agony. Either way you don't want to have them.
Here are some natural solutions to try before you reach for the pill packets.

Epsom salts

Not only do they ease your muscles (best time is post workout) but they also aid in detoxifying the body. If you are planning on doing a juice cleanse it is recommended you have an epsom salt bath before the night of the cleanse and every day for for the first seven (depending on how long your detox is) It will help pull all the junk from your skin and allow it to escape without the breakouts that often occur in the early detoxing stage. Add one third of a 250g box to the bath.

Ginger

This little root has powerful anti inflammatory properties. Add it to your food, juices or vitamin supplements. Also great for women at that time of the month. It can also help you deal with stress.

Tumeric

Such a versatile in its healing properties, tumeric is known for helping aid arthritis, lowering cholesterol and treating liver conditions. It's flavour isnt overpowering so you can add it to most of your cooking for maximum benefits.

Heat

Applying heat directly to a muscle will help relief minor pain and allows the muscle to relax. The warmth will also assist in expanding the blood vessels leading to better blood flow.

Coconut water

A yummy drink that contains a whole heap of electrolytes that assist in balancing magnesium, potassium and calcium which is the main reasons for cramps.