Why Bananas May Not Help With Cramps and What to Eat Instead

Why Bananas May Not Help With Cramps and What to Eat Instead

Medically reviewed by Simone Harounian, MS, RDHazal Ak / Getty ImagesBananas are popular for relieving muscle cramps, but it’s unclear how much they help. Muscle cramps are involuntary muscle contractions or spasms that are common after exercise and can be uncomfortable or painful. Muscle cramps can occur in any muscle and are most common in the legs, feet, hands, arms, and abdominal area. There are several possible causes of muscle cramps, incl…