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Your lifestyle may affect your Restless Legs Syndrome. Learn which habits may make your symptoms worse. Then try to change them. These steps may help:
- Cut out caffeine. Coffee, tea, some sodas, and chocolate have caffeine. Some people say that caffeine makes their symptoms worse. Caffeine can also make it hard to sleep.
- Cut down on alcohol. Alcohol may make symptoms worse. Drink just a little or not at all.
- Stop smoking. It may make the symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome worse.
- Watch your medicines. Restless Legs Syndrome may be made worse by some medicines for:
- Colds and allergies
- Depression
- High blood pressure
- Some heart conditions
- Nausea
Never stop taking your medicines without talking with your doctor.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines that you take. This includes non-prescription drugs and alternative medicines (herbs). Also mention any vitamins or supplements that you use. If a medicine is the problem, your doctor may change your dose or try a new one. Don’t stop taking a medicine without your doctor’s okay.
- Eat healthier. A healthy diet is good for everyone. Try a low-fat diet high in fruits, grains, and vegetables.
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