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Experiencing Terrible Charley Horses At Night, Is This Due To Potassium Deficiency?

Been experiencing terrible charley horses at night for many months now. Eat a good diet, drink lots of liquids, eat bananas, drink coconut water. Would you suggest I get a blood test to see why it appears I'm experiencing some sort of a potassium deficiency.....
Wed, 15 Jan 2014
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Yes, its due to potassium deficiency. Electrolyte imbalance is underlying cause of such muscle cramps.Its also vital to maintain electrolytes, so better see your doctor.Regards.
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Experiencing Terrible Charley Horses At Night, Is This Due To Potassium Deficiency?

Yes, its due to potassium deficiency. Electrolyte imbalance is underlying cause of such muscle cramps.Its also vital to maintain electrolytes, so better see your doctor.Regards.