Restless-Legs-Syndrome Explained

Health Condition

Restless Legs Syndrome

The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.

Low-Glycemic Index Diet
Replace sugar, refined flour, caffeine, and alcohol in your diet with small, frequent meals containing whole grains, fish, nuts, seeds, and fresh fruits and vegetables.
Low-Glycemic Index Diet
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Preliminary studies of large groups of people with reactive hypoglycemia have reported that 8% have restless legs. These symptoms have been reported to improve following dietary modifications designed to regulate blood-sugar levels;¹⁰ changes included a sugar-free, high-protein diet along with frequent snacking and at least one night-time feeding.¹¹ For patients with reactive hypoglycemia, some doctors recommend elimination of sugar, refined flour, caffeine, and alcohol from the diet; eating small, frequent meals; and eating whole grains, nuts and seeds, fresh fruits and vegetables, and fish. One study found caffeine ingestion to be associated with increased symptom severity in people with RLS.¹²

Check Pricing on Drugs Commonly Used to Treat restless legs syndrome:

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Prescription prices may vary from pharmacy to pharmacy and are subject to change. The pricing estimates given are based on the most recent information available and may change based on when you actually fill your prescription at the pharmacy.

DISCOUNT ONLY - NOT INSURANCE. Discounts are available exclusively through participating pharmacies. The range of the discounts will vary depending on the type of prescription and the pharmacy chosen. This program does not make payments directly to pharmacies. Members are required to pay for all prescription purchases. Cannot be used in conjunction with insurance. You may contact customer care anytime with questions or concerns, to cancel your registration, or to obtain further information. This program is administered by Medical Security Card Company, LLC, Tucson, AZ.

*Average and up to savings percentages are based on all discounted prescriptions that were run through the WellRx program in 2022. Discount percentages represent savings provided off of pharmacies’ retail prices for consumers who do not have a discount program and pay cash.

The day supply is based upon the average dispensing patterns for the specific drug and strength. The Program, as well as the prices and the list of covered drugs, can be modified at any time without notice.

Restless Legs Syndrome

Health Condition