Restless Legs? Here’s the Fix That Doesn’t Come in a Bottle
Why Pills Make It Worse and What Actually Helps
This isn't medical advice, it's lived experience. Please consult your health care team before making any changes to your medications.
Ever feel like your legs have a mind of their own?
Crawly, twitchy, can’t-sit-still madness, usually just as you’re trying to drift off.
You’re not alone. That miserable feeling hits up to 1 in 10 adults. It’s called Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), and most doctors reach for the prescription pad before even checking what’s really going on.
But here’s the deal…
Up to 60% of RLS cases are tied to iron deficiency. Not the kind they catch on a basic blood panel. You’ve got to check ferritin and you want it over 75 ng/mL to calm the twitch.
But instead of checking that? You’ll likely get handed pricey meds like gabapentin or Mirapex. Trouble is, those can make things worse over time. One study found 80% of users saw their symptoms spread or intensify. Yikes.
And the spiral doesn’t stop there.
RLS wrecks your sleep. No sleep makes the RLS worse. Then you’re offered sleeping pills that don’t fix the root problem, just make you foggy, groggy, and hooked.
Here’s the better way…
Test your ferritin. Don’t guess.
Cut caffeine and alcohol after 2pm. Yes, even that innocent green tea.
Do gentle movement in the evening. Light walking, stretching, or QiGong.
Try magnesium glycinate, 300mg at bedtime.
Add a warm bath or heavy blanket. Calm the nerves and boost circulation.
RLS isn’t a medication deficiency. It’s a signal your body’s begging for help. It’s often about inflammation, poor circulation, or a brain that’s out of balance.
So tonight, skip the wine, take a bath, and stretch your calves.
Let your legs, and your brain, finally settle down.
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