KY

A 31-year-old member asked:

Why do my muscles cramp up when i eat bananas or take a mineral supplement

2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Chris Tonozzianswered

Family Medicine 32 years experience

Probably not related: Potassium is usually recommended for muscle cramps, so these things should help.

Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.

Learn how we can help

6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Ahmad M Hadied

Dr. Albert Pizzo

Dr. Sahba Ferdowsi

Dr. Ahmad M Hadied and 3 doctors agree4 doctors agree

Dr. Madhu Kandarpaanswered

Nephrology and Dialysis 11 years experience

Electrolytes: Check your doctor- it could related to electrolytes like potassium, calcium or sometimes hydration issues.

Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.

Learn how we can help

6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Related questions

A 35-year-old male asked:

My iron saturation level is 62 percent. My iron level is 165. My Tibc is low normal. I do not take iron supplements. I have muscle pain and cramps all over my body. Is this being caused by a disease or what could be causing the high iron saturation?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A 31-year-old female asked about a 40-year-old female:

Is it safe to take magnesium herbal supplements while on zoloft (sertraline)? I would like to for muscle cramps!

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A female asked:

If I eat a banana I get several muscle cramps and my I started having trouble soloing. Could I be allergic to potassium?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 48-year-old male asked:

I have problems with muscle cramps all over my body. I stay hydrated and have even taken potassium pills and eat bananas and still can't stop them.

1 doctor answer • 6 doctors weighed in

A 35-year-old member asked:

Does eating bananas help prevent muscle cramps?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Last updated May 2, 2018

Found in:

People also asked

Muscle cramps bad on new water pills. Eat banana to void it?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

I'm 31 and I have cerebral palsy are there any vitamins or supplements i can take for twitching & muscle cramps in my feet and legs?

2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

My vitamin d level is 18 ..why vitamin d supplement gives me horrible muscle cramps ..should I take calcium with vitamin d or take vitamin d only ?

1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in

My iron saturation level is 62 percent. I do not take any supplements. My diet is good and normal. I have muscle pain and cramping all over my body. Is this being caused by a disease or what could be causing the high iron saturation?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

My iron saturation level is 62 percent. My iron level is 165. My Tibc is low normal. I do not take any iron supplements. I have muscle pain and cramps all over my body. Is this being caused by a disease or what is causing the high iron saturation?

2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.

Talk to a doctor now

24/7 visits - just $44!

50% off with $15/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.