Doctor says 7p pill could combat muscle cramping and eye twitches

A doctor has shared that a certain supplement could be the key to preventing muscle cramps and eye twitches, as well as a number of other medical issues. The expert suggests that many of us might be lacking in magnesium, which can impact our long-term health.

This crucial vitamin is Magnesium, which is a mineral that helps us turn the food we eat into energy. It also makes sure the parathyroid glands, which produce hormones important for bone health, work normally.

Magnesium is found in a wide variety of foods, including spinach, nut and wholemeal bread, but that doesn't mean everyone gets enough of it in their diet to prevent issues.

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Men and women need different amounts of magnesium in their bodies - 300mg a day for men (19 to 64 years) and 270mg a day for women (19 to 64 years).

The symptoms of magnesium deficiency are usually subtle unless your levels become severely low. Deficiency may cause:

• fatigue
• muscle cramps
• mental health conditions
• irregular heartbeat
• osteoporosis

Dr Stephen Cabral, an expert in Neuropathy and presenter of The Cabral Concept podcast, recently discussed the importance of balancing magnesium and calcium in a TikTok video. He said: "So if you're getting cramps in your calves or even eye twitches, eye flutters can be low magnesium. And because, again, how do muscles work?

"Your muscles, literally, I'm gonna use the term roll over. It's a little different than that, but the act and minus and these fibres move over each other and you need a balance between Calcium and magnesium.

"And if there's not enough magnesium, because the storehouses aren't like Calcium in your body, which you can get from bone anytime that it needs, what happens is that magnesium isn't there. And we can get often times this muscle based cramping."

If you believe you may have a magnesium deficiency, you should speak with your doctor.

You can purchase a bottle of , which works out to approximately 7p per pill. Other retailers, such as Superdrug and Boots, also sell the vitamins.

However, it's essential to note that while vitamin and mineral supplements are generally safe to consume, it's best to obtain nutrients from food sources whenever possible. Before making any significant changes to your diet or lifestyle, consult with your doctor to rule out any underlying medical conditions.