5 Herbal Remedies For Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless leg syndrome is a state in which the legs of a person cannot move properly become uncomfortable when he/she try to lay down in the night. This problem creates a difficult situation as he/she can’t get up and walk and finds it difficult to sleep.

This problem arises due to any type of prescription medicine or a presence of stress in the nervous system. Though this problem can occur in any age but chances are more as age advances.

The traveling is very difficult and a person feels drowsy in the during the day. Some of the herbal remedies can be taken to cure this problem to an extent.

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5 Herbal Remedies For Restless Leg Syndrome

Butcher’s Broom

The herb Butcher’s broom has got this name as the dried branches of this plant are used as a broom in the European countries. It is an effective herb as it contains photochemical called by the name ruscogenin which stop the growth of the elastic enzyme and all the blood vessels stabilize leading to proper circulation of blood and viscosity.

When the blood circulation improves then the problem of restless leg syndrome goes away. This herb can be taken in the form of tea or extract.

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Horse Chestnut

Horse chestnut seeds are very effective for restless leg as it helps to tone the veins and increases the flow of blood. But you should buy only commercially made products of this herb as unprocessed seeds and other parts of this plant may contain some toxic elements.

However this herb is not at all recommended for children and pregnant women. Traditionally the leaves and bark are used for making a tea but now it is used in the preparation of tinctures, creams and infusions. The best results can be availed by taking this herb in the form of extract as the active constituent is aescin.

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American Skullcap

American skullcap is a perennial herb of America. This herb is a very good nerve tonic and sedative. But this herb has a limitation as it promotes menstruation so children, pregnant and old ladies should avoid using this herb.

This herb is commonly taken as a tea or tincture, but it can be taken in the form of a capsule. Tea should be drunk hot to get the best results.

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Astragalus

Astragalus is an herb that improves blood circulation and iron absorption. These two properties help to palliate the restless leg syndrome. It is available in the form of supplements, extract and powder. People taking blood thinning medications or warfarin should not take this herb.

You can also take the powdered form of astragaluson your food or it can whippedinto shake. It can also be taken by making a decoction of the roots of this plant. A normally recommended dosage of this herb is 9-15 grams in a day in any form you like.

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Valerian Root

The main constituents of valerian root are acetic acid, ascorbic acid, beta-ionone, calcium, magnesium, and valeric acid which helps to smooth the leg muscles and give relief in restless leg syndrome. Valerian can be taken in the form of tea or taken in the form of capsules or extract. The dosage should only be as directedas largeramount of dosage will lead to stomach problems.