Most, specially seniors cannot sleep peacefully as they are troubled with cramps better known as Charlie Horse. The muscles get contracted followed by intense pain. They are forced to get up and walk around until the cramps disappear.
Reports have it the reasons could be dehydration and most important of all deficiency in magnesium. There are several foods that are rich in magnesium and to name a few Pumpkin seed – kernels. almonds, cashew nuts and peanuts a handful of one or more of these. They are delicious to eat. These are free of cholesterol and so an added bonus.
If in a hurry there are magnesium supplements available such as Catchnil.