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Diosmin
Posted by Prioris (ME) on 09/04/2026
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I noticed Diosmin isn't listed anywhere here. It is a bioflavonoid that comes from Vitamin C. For those looking for a solution for RLS, it may be worth a try.
Diosmin is used to fix problems in the lower legs, like blood pooling, pumps related to veins and vein problems in general. It has worked wonders for these problems.
So I have been taking Diosmin for a while for various things. At some point in recent weeks, I stopped taking it. I notice my RLS acting up more.
There may be a connection here. I notice Life Extension has it listed but not here. Just take two or three capsules once a day and see ifit responds.
LIFE EXTENSION
What Natural Interventions May Be Beneficial for Restless Leg Syndrome?
- Iron. Iron deficiency or altered brain iron metabolism have been linked to RLS; supplementation is often recommended for RLS patients who have been tested and shown to be deficient. Iron supplementation has been shown to significantly improve symptoms in iron-deficient RLS patients.
- Folate. Low levels of folate may play a role in RLS, especially in pregnant women. Pregnant women with lower folate levels were more likely to develop RLS than women who took vitamins during pregnancy.
- Magnesium. Low magnesium levels can cause excitability of neurons; magnesium supplements are often used to prevent abnormal activity in the nervous system. A case study indicated magnesium may improve symptoms and sleep problems associated with RLS.
- Diosmin. Diosmin is a natural flavone derivative often used for supporting venous function. Since venous disorders have been linked with RLS, diosmin is a promising possible treatment.
- Green coffee extract. Diabetes and pre-diabetes are known risk factors for RLS. Green coffee extract may help maintain healthy glucose levels.
- Valerian root. Valerian, an herbal sedative, is often used as a sleep aid. In a clinical trial, supplementation with valerian resulted in improvements in RLS symptoms and less daytime sleepiness.
- Other natural interventions that may help relieve RLS symptoms include D-ribose and vitamins C and E.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Marsh (Colorado) on 08/29/2026
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4 days ago a strange sensation began in my legs running from my bum to lower leg and sometimes on to the top of my foot. Sore eyes too when looking L, R, or up. Sleep was evasive, unable to get comfortable. Dr. Goog has a plethora of sites but the same recommendations are consistent: Vit D, Folic Acid, B complex, soap, ACV, magnesium supplement and spray; avoid caffeine (I ran out of decaf so had a cup from my husband's coffee pot). Tried all and the jury is still out.
Between EC and a couple homeopathic sites, I added Magnesium Glycinate, the Magnesium spray, a Woman's vitamin, and iron. The sensation (as if my muscles are being wrung out) went from about an 8-9 to a 1-2 in less than an hour. I also went on to an acupressure guide and followed her suggestions for PC6, Yin Tang, HT7, LV3, LI4, GB21, GV20, KD1, CV17, GB20, Ear Shen Men. Honestly, I don't have patience for myself, so this was a challenge. I set a timer for 30 seconds, and I was sleepy by the end. I actually slept for 3 hours without the muscle wringing sensation.
Zincum Met 30C, Tarentual Hispanica, Rhus Tox 200CH were also recommended.
Thanks EC and EC Readers. You all have been lifesavers.
She recommends an acupressure mat ($300+).
Potatoes
Posted by Ness (York, England) on 07/19/2026
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Dear Earth Clinic,
I would be grateful if you would publish this remedy on your website. See linked below a very informative article written by 'Goldy'. Potatoes contain Kynurenic acid which dampens down certain neurotransmitters in the brain connected with restless legs. Kynurenic acid is also found in high amounts in chestnut honey. I personally endorse potatoes as a cure. After following advice on YouTube to eat a low carb diet and nothing working, I cooked a dinner with roasted potatoes including the skins, sprinkled in rosemary and turmeric and coated in olive oil. The difference is fairly miraculous. For the first time in months I have slept soundly through the night.
Link below from 2017 submitted by Goldy. Thank you Goldy!
https://bb.rls.org/viewtopic.php?t=9867
Ness, York, England
Aspirin
Posted by Audrey Alexander (Anytown, USA) on 05/13/2026
Aspirin is an anti-viral, the salicylic acid, that is. I wonder if there's a connection to RLS having a viral cause.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by MArk (london) on 01/21/2026
Hi Cat22,
How do you get rid of up to 20 lb of fecal matter stuck to the colon walls?
Thank you
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Cat22 (olympia wa) on 01/21/2026
detox and get rid of up to 20 lb of fecal matter stuck to the colon walls like spackle or paste
Vitamin C
Posted by Cam (georgia) on 09/24/2025
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Had to post this, RLS for 20 Yrs plus, decided to supplement with vitamin C 5 grams a day, leaving the 2 grams 2 hrs before bedtime. I now understand we're all severely defietcet our whole life, just getting by with the MOST important nutrient for WELLBEING. Think about it. And my shaking right arm almost normal, WOW. Getting better, better on so many issues. Please share love and light, C M
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 09/15/2025 563 posts
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A bar of soap doesn't just sit there, being a bar of soap. It is constantly acting within and reacting TO the elements by which it is surrounded. The only mystery is man's lack of interest in its constantly changing state of being.
Soap is a living organism. Constantly "breathing", aging, regenerating, disintegrating and rearranging itself, becoming and unbecoming a huge variety of other "things". Other compounds. And it never stops. It may rest in the absence of other things with which to interact chemically but it doesn't "die". It simply waits. Plus it has other variables like temperature and humidity with which it can play and interact, while it's waiting.
Not all phases are pleasant but they ARE all soap. It doesn't stop being soap just because it changes to a form you don't like. It might become a soap you don't want or understand how it could be USED - given man's lack of interest in it - but it will still be soap.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Margaret Alice (Jacksonville Fl) on 07/22/2025
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I used to use a soap in the bed, but it stopped working for me BUT then I tried wetting my hands with soap and water and rubbing it on my legs before bed or when restless legs started TRUST ME praise God this works every time. For years now I have done this. I always use white soap any brand.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Kimberly (Vidalia, Ga) on 05/15/2025
Why should we not use Dial? I was just about to do this but all I have is gold Dial
A Bar of Soap
Posted by AHMET (Türkiye) on 01/07/2025
Simply place 2-3 small hand soaps under the sheets.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by AHMET (Konya/Türkiye) on 01/07/2025
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It is very useful to place 2-3 small hand soaps, known as hotel or travel type, under the sheets. I definitely recommend it. If the pain is severe, you can speed up the process by applying soap to your legs.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 12/11/2024 563 posts
Stop using liquid soap.
It's all hormones and pH. Things like liquid soap and shampoo can screw you up terribly and are so easily avoided, liquid soap doesn't even make any sense. Yet, many people bathe in it everyday. On their skin. Their largest organ.
Makes sleeping with a bar of soap down around your feet make sense. Of course, actually USING bar soap would make more sense but...people don't make much sense in an of themselves, these days.
It's why soap is supposed to be aged. The French Castile blocks I'm using now are over 10 years old. Or, rather, I've HAD them over 10 years. They were already properly aged when I got them. Quite luxurious. And that's utility soap. Not fancy hormone-wrecking soap so, they're kinda big to sleep with, LOL! But I suppose one could rub them on one's feet if one had to - like for leg cramps or PMS or something - if one has been out and about and stuck with nothing but liquid soap for some reason.
Kava Oil
Posted by Anon2 (Not the South) on 10/12/2024
Tannins, like in black tea, and nightshade vegetables like tomatoes and peppers may be the cause. Try an "elimination diet".
Kava Oil
Posted by CynF (colorado) on 10/05/2024
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Bar of soap never worked at all for me. What does work is Kava oil massaged into legs when they are tensing up. Also, PMR, done mindfully can help one pass the urges to move. Also try epsom salt baths. Hard to tell what aggravates the RLS in me, after over 20 years cannot figure out why one night I have it and one I don't. But these remedies I mentioned have worked for me.
Light Therapy
Posted by elisabeth (MT) on 08/03/2024
Are you talking about red lights?
Iron, Vitamin C
Posted by elisabeth (MT) on 08/02/2024
What kind of iron and how much are you taking?
Baking Soda
Posted by Cynthia (NS) on 07/16/2024
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I found a blog from an MS patient with restless legs. He suggested making a slurry with baking soda and water and coating your legs. It is by far the best remedy. No more opioids to sleep. Lots of boxes of baking soda later, and I stand by this.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by elisabeth (Montana) on 06/05/2024
Any particular kind of soap?
Avoid Sugar
Posted by Michele (Los Angeles, California) on 04/13/2024
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After decades, I finally found the solution to no longer have these sensations in my legs and to be able to sleep: eliminating sugar.
B-1
Posted by Roelof (Pretoria, South Africa) on 04/03/2024
As promised in my previous post on 02/10/2024, I wanted to provide an update. While I continue to use Vitamin B-1, there are still days when Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) bothers me. Around ten days ago, I began taking additional supplements in the morning: a Magnesium Chelate 100mg capsule, a combination capsule containing Vitamin D-3 (1000IU), Vitamin K-2 (10mcg), and Selenium (27.5mcg), and twice a day two tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar mixed in a glass of water.
It is clear there is no one-size-fits-all solution, but this combination appears to alleviate my RLS symptoms. The challenge now lies in pinpointing which specific supplement or combination thereof is responsible for the improvement, especially since I'm still using prescription medication alongside these supplements.
While I could experiment by eliminating supplements one by one to determine their individual effects, I'm currently just grateful to experience relief and hesitant to disrupt what seems to be working.
B-1
Posted by Roelof (Pretoria, South Africa) on 02/10/2024
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Vitamin B-1 is the best. I am a 78-year-old male blessed with good health, but over the past fifteen years, I have had serious trouble with restless legs. I do use prescription medicine, but despite that, I often find that the troublesome problem still bothers me when I want to sleep. I have tried a few of the remedies on this website, but none of them brought relief worth mentioning—although I must add that bicarbonate of soda does help. Then I came upon Sophie's contribution regarding Vitamin B-1. What a blessing that was. I take 100mg twice a day. It is still early days for me, but I cannot believe the calmness Vitamin B-1 has brought to my legs; it is as if the RLS has completely disappeared. I will follow up on this post when I have been using the Vitamin B-1 for a longer period.
I must add that over the years, I have found a few triggers of restless legs which I try to avoid. The most important ones being: coffee late in the day, sugar in any form, and alcohol.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Marshagail (South U.S.) on 01/13/2024
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I've used & recommended bar soap under the fitted sheet for many years with Xcellent results! I've also rubbed dry or slightly damp bar soap on legs & left on b4 bed along with the soap bar under the sheet for particularly bothersome cases. It Absolutely Works & people are consistently Stunned that such a simple remedy is so effective & quick-acting. Thank U EC for steering me in that direction long ago👊
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Kshelia (ID) on 12/23/2023
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Okay.... I have been suffering with Restless Leg Syndrome for about 8 years brought on by medication I am on, (at least that's when it started). I was actually looking for a natural treatment to help my husband with something and decided to look one last time for something to help me with my legs. (Haven't really slept much/well in 8 years because of it). I scrolled through the remedies (many of which I'd tried on my own), and saw this ridiculous soap thing... I thought what could it hurt? Oh my gosh!!! I placed a bar of Dove soap beneath the bottom fitted sheet located just below my feet. The first night I had just minor restlessness in only my foot! Fell asleep pretty fast. So the second night I used my feet to inch the soap up to between my feet, basically a bit higher between my ankles... it's been about two and a half weeks now, maybe three, with no restless leg syndrome! First time in 8 years!!! I am overjoyed!
I definitely recommend trying this. I mean, what do you have to lose? I still can't believe it myself but it actually worked for me. I don't know how and though I'm curious I really don't care. All I know is I am able to finally sleep and am so very grateful to this wonderful website and all of the gracious people who care enough to share their experiences.
B-1
Posted by Sophie (Bellevue) on 11/30/2023
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My husband had the worst restless leg. We came across video that recommended B-1. We bought dissolvable tablets of B-1 it's also known as Thiamin. He taking it twice a day in the morning and at night . One pill is 100mg he placed it under his tongue and waited for it to dissolve. He began to notice that his restlessness was less and less until it went away altogether. It worked! I hope this information helps someone.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Pam E. (SouthWestern California) on 11/15/2023 178 posts
Removing the wrapper will likely allow the energies in the soap to be much more effective ...
Peppermint Oil
Posted by brad (Ontario) on 10/23/2023
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I rub some peppermint oil on my legs and massage it in for a few minutes when I'm experiencing restless leg syndrome (urge to move feet and legs, uncomfortable sensations, pain and soreness) which can interfere with sleep as well.
I make the oil myself with any matter of carrier oil (olive, etc) some drops of peppermint, wintergreen and birch as they contain natural salicate acid similar to aspirin to neutralize pain. I also add some drops of frankencense to bring on relaxation and alleviate anxiety.
Baking Soda
Posted by Christine (York PA) on 09/10/2023
I am updating on my post from last evening. After I went to bed within an hour the terrible symptoms of RLS came on with a vengeance. I was hoping the baking soda would work. I must admit I had a significant sugar intake early last evening; no, not from a dessert, but had pork barbecue that I purchased at a farmer's market which tasted sweet. I looked at the label this morning it was made with corn syrup AND sugar. This is a huge issue with me. Our society is obsessed with sugar. I do not want sugar in real food. I make most of what I eat in my kitchen. Long story short, I put ice packs on my calves and took 3 different meds. After suffering for 5 hours I finally slept for a few hours. Good luck to everyone.
Baking Soda
Posted by Christine (York PA) on 09/09/2023
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I have suffered with RLS for years. I have tried magnesium supplement which does not help. I have also tried tonic water and soaking my feet in warm water with Epsom salts. This helped short term. I was then prescribed ropinerole which was suboptimal. Was then switched to Mirapex which did the trick in the beginning but came with a significant weight gain. I am at the point where Mirapex actually perpetuates the symptoms. In addition, I have fibromyalgia. Some nights I become so frustrated I am in tears. I found this forum this evening as I was once again hoping to find an answer to the torment of RLS.
One hour ago I mixed the baking soda with water and although the taste was unpleasant I have to say my left leg which was driving me crazy has completely calmed down within approximately 15 minutes. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences. I am hoping this provides the help I need. God knows we need an answer.
RLS Link to Arthritis
Posted by Prioris (ME) on 07/15/2023
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But among arthritis patients, restless leg syndrome is much more common: Research published in the Journal of Clinical Rheumatology found that restless leg syndrome occurred in about 28 percent of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and about 24 percent of patient with osteoarthritis — more than double the prevalence of RLS in the general population.
I had RLS for over 40 years and this is what I have concluded:
I have concluded most RLS is related to arthritis.
Arthritis is a systemic infection.
The first remedy that worked to mitigate it was MAGNESIUM.
After that stopped working, ANTIOXIDANTS worked a little.
This meant the infection was getting worse.
I developed RA over 10 years ago. I cured it in one month with BORAX.
I developed osteoarthritis. I had to resort to MINOCYCLINE.
I use bromelain to address any biofilm and resistance issues.
It was only after using the minocycline antibiotic that I noticed the connection.
If you don't have arthritis now, you will likely develop it as you age.
I would try an ionic boron solution to see if that helps you.
or minocycline (you need a quality one).
Hope this helps someone.
Poppy Seeds
Posted by Julie (Florida) on 06/05/2023
This post explains how
unlike beer the risk is with poppyseed. It's one thing to be ignorant, it's another to read and not comprehend--worse yet to brush aside --for others--an important caution.
This post did not describe a slippery slope but--in detail, and with humility-- a very well concealed pit.
it is precisely NOT like with beer making one "a raging alcoholic homeless and roaming the streets with cheap wine in a brown paper bag"
The scenario--as explained is the OPPOSITE of highly unlikely.
They explain how, with poppyseed--UNLIKE most everything else-APPARENT moderation MAY NOT AT ALL be what it seems.
I, personally, am super grateful for the bravery and detail of this contributor, and I hope no others will be discouraged from explaining their stories here.
Weighted Blanket
Posted by Sunnydays (California ) on 08/28/2022
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My physical therapist talked to me about trying a weighted blanket which increases serotonin levels, calms the body and calms the nervous system and for many stops restless legs syndrome. I ordered a 20 lb weighted blanket ( the weight needed is based on a persons body weight) is basically a heavy blanket that goes over the bed. While we waited for our weighted blankets arrival. I added few more cotton blankets to the bed, and it worked. The restless leg disappeared and I began having much more deeper restful sleep. Once the weighted blanket arrived, it worked just as well. I hope this helps someone.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by TBizz (Arizona) on 08/11/2022
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The bar of soap most definitely works and is not a myth! Just be sure the soap is NOT a product of Dial.
A Bar of Soap
Posted by Susan (Chapin, SC) on 07/20/2022
If that's the best you have got, we are in the boat-all of us-without a paddle. I have yet to try the baking soda, although I Will. I have always thought RLS was something that my body lacked, as I thought I was the only one who suffered from this! Bar of soap is not a cure. I promise.
