My wife has been treated for years on restless leg syndrone. Medications are constantly at war with one another. Would Magnesium glycinate help?
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Check for iron deficiency, via both a ferritin check and a complete blood count. I was low on iron as a result of blood donations. My ferritin level was down to 4, where 16+ is normal and 50+ is considered a better target. My RLS wasn't as bad as some people have, but it mostly went away once my iron levels were back up.
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Yes!! It most certainly will. But it has to say "Magnesium Glycinate" because regular old Magnesium isn't absorbed in the body very well so it's pretty much a waist. I've had RLS for many years and I also take Mirapex which helps some but it doesn't work 100%. If anybody even mentions to me that they has RLS...I am happy to tell em what I've found that actually works!! ( FYI I did hours and hours of studying up on the cause and things that that can be done to help anyone with RLS. Hope this helps someone!!! :)
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I am not qualified to answer this question. The person who was treating me in the acupuncture school recommended this product to me. I have osteopenia and also had leg and foot cramps. I suggest you google the name of the product (magnesium glycinate) and read what comes up that is relevant. Also, possibly do check with an acupuncturist about that restless leg syndrome and see what they suggest and what they think of this kind of product for that. There is also a book written on the advantages of taking magnesium. I hope those suggestions are helpful to you. All the very best in your research and resolving the issue.
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Hello, I am taking these at bedtime for leg pain due to nerve damage as recommended by my doctor. I still get cramping in my feet on days that I have walked or hiked for a long time but most nights I don't have a problem. It might be worth a try. Good luck
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My doctor recommended this to me, It's helped to reduce them but not entirely eliminated
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I have RLS and my doc recommended this along with my medication. Highly recommended. Even if you don't have RLS, it's excellent at stopping night time leg cramps. Also, be sure to have iron levels checked...iron deficient anemia can cause/aggravate the condition as well.
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I am not qualified to answer but it helps me relax Myles's and I am sleeping much better-and as a result feel better in the morning! I took plain old magnesium but I never noticed a difference. An employee at the health food store recommended this brand and said the glycinate version is absorbed much better. After trying it, I agree.
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Always check w/ your doctor or the convenient online WebMD for contraindications, especially Magnesium supplementation, which often conflicts w/ RX meds especially psychotrophic, like Calcium oral supplements must be taken separately from other oral supplements/ herbals/medications.
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It seems as if you are looking for a cure, but note that it can be hereditary or your wife might have other problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, iron deficiency, etc. If she does have such problems resolve those first. And for your magnesium question it might help. Also she can incorporate this to alleviate the discomfort: Vitamin d3, magnesium glycinate, l-glutamine, exercise (walking and maybe light weight training for the leg/s), and more natural based nutrition (quit preservatives, additives, and sugars of all kind).I am not a specialist this are just my opinions.
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I have fibromyalgia and other nerve-related issues. My doctor recommended magnesium glycinate -- 400 - 600 mg -- before bed for deep relaxation. It REALLY works. I'm not a doctor, but I do believe that deep relaxation such as I experience might assist your wife with restless leg.
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I am not qualified to answer this question. The person who was treating me in the acupuncture school recommended this product to me. I have osteopenia and also had leg and foot cramps. I suggest you google the name of the product (magnesium glycinate) and read what comes up that is relevant. Also, possibly do check with an acupuncturist about that restless leg syndrome and see what they suggest and what they think of this kind of product for that. There is also a book written on the advantages of taking magnesium. I hope those suggestions are helpful to you. All the very best in your research and resolving the issue. I am not qualified to answer this question. The person who was treating me in the acupuncture school recommended this product to me. I have osteopenia and also had leg and foot cramps. I suggest you google the name of the product (magnesium glycinate) and read what comes up that is relevant. Also, possibly do check with an acupuncturist about that restless leg syndrome and see what they suggest and what they think of this kind of product for that. There is also a book written on the advantages of taking magnesium. I hope those suggestions are helpful to you. All the very best in your... » Read More I am not qualified to answer this question. The person who was treating me in the acupuncture school recommended this product to me. I have osteopenia and also had leg and foot cramps. I suggest you google the name of the product (magnesium glycinate) and read what comes up that is relevant. Also, possibly do check with an acupuncturist about that restless leg syndrome and see what they suggest and what they think of this kind of product for that. There is also a book written on the advantages of taking magnesium. I hope those suggestions are helpful to you. All the very best in your research and resolving the issue. « Show Less
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Here is what the label says: "Ingredients:calcium gluconate, a proprietary blend of citric acid and magnesium carbonate-which, in combination with water, creates ionic magnesium citrate..." I use this to alleviate leg muscle cramps and it works Very well.
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Only magnesium L-thteoate passes the blood brain barrier. This is the only formulation to do so. It's superior.
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From my reading, I believe there are 18-20 mg. per spray of magnesium oil. I always count it as 18. I apply it to my arms, legs, belly, and butt. Sometimes it stings my legs and arms, but never my butt or belly.
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I have been suffering with leg cramps at night. I do not like drugs and always look for the natural way of treating problems. I was told by my doctor to look for a product with Cinchona a natural form of Quinine that has been used for leg cramps for years. This has it in it along with lots of other natural ingredients more then I can list. I suggest you go on Google and put in the name of of the product and I found the list of ingredients there. I also use "Caleb Treeze Organic Farm, Stops Leg ans Foot Cramps". Amazon sells it. Look at the reviews. It's all natural apple cider vinegar ,ginger and garlic. I keep it by my bedside. When I get the cramps I fill the cap with the product and put it in 2 oz of water and drink it down and it seems to work. I have tried everything and this seems to work the best. Check it out.
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Hi Jennerjahan ~ Magnesium Choride is what the mag flakes are, 100% pure. The epsom salts are magnesium sulfate, which is not as effective for the purpose of healing. The transdermal mag flakes solution (ration 1 pt flakes 4 parts water) does amazing things. I even pass it around among my hospice patients (I'm strictly a volunteer) & it soothes, even if it does not heal them. "The Iodine Crisis" by Lynne Farrow (can be bought on Amazon) is chock full of GREAT INFO!!! ~ bonnie
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Yes, yes, yes. We bought this for my wife who has diabetes and restless legs. It really helps her. Use if the massager allows her to sleep through the night. Best investment we have made.
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I do not know the answer. I no longer use Douglas Labs magnesium. I have found Kirkman Magnesium Glycinate -Hypoallergenic capsules to work better for me.
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I'm not sure however I haven't seen any success with this product so I switched to this Magnesium Citrate Zahler Magnesium Citrate, All Natural Supplement with Maximum Absorption, Helps Maintain Normal Muscle and Nerve Function, Certified Kosher, 200mg, 60 Capsules I finally started seeing results. Somehow I believe Magnesium Citrate is the most effective!
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I do not know the answer. My wife has been using this product for years and has no problems. Check out an article "The Facts About Magnesium Stearate" by Byron J. Richards.
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Magnesium Glycinate is actually 2 ingredients because the Magnesium is bound to the amino-acid Glysine
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Yes I have used to help with this , I have RLS and it does help I used on the large muscles in my legs on a very low setting and it seems to calm the RLS about 80% of the time , hope this helps you
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I don't think I can be of any help with your question I have only taken the Maximum Strength I take it at night it seems to help me more with night sweats. I would say if your having trouble with balance you may want to consider contacting a DR.
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In addition to trying calcium/magnesium for leg cramps, try the Now Foods Apple Cider Vinegar capsules. Helped my stepfather's nighttime leg cramps.
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Hi! I haven't noticed any "earth-shaking" differences, but my husband and I are both taking it after we read, "Alzeimer's: What if There Was A Cure?" written by an MD who's husband was diagnosed with this condition. The author's name is Mary T. Newport, MD, and we both highly recommend it!
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GABA, 5-HTP, Melatonin. Label dosage did nothing for me, needed more, then was drowsy the next day. Better to eat dried cherries.
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According to the book "Transdermal Magnesium Therapy", which was written by Dr. Sircus oral supplements are not absorbed into the body as well as a transdermal oil/spray. (I just finished reading this blurb online). This stuff is just too good to be true. I'm still researching to see if it is toxic in any way. I use the spray 2x per day. I have used countless products and this is the one that works best for me. I just spent over $1000 on xrays/MRI and physical therapy to relieve the pain in both my knees and foot. Wish I tried this first.