Oedema and Cramps

Nutrition for Special Groups 3(3+0)

Oedema and Cramps

  • Caused by pressure of enlarging uterus on veins, returning fluid from legs
  • Due to sudden contractions of muscle and decline in serum calcium levels lead to calcium phosphorus imbalance.
  • Normal oedema requires no sodium restriction or other dietary changes
  • For prevention or relief of leg cramps – reduce milk intake (high phosphorus + high calcium beverage) and supplement with non phosphate calcium salts.
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