New to Veganism and been getting cramping

Question

Im new to being vegan (not even a week yet) Its been very easy to give up meat and dairy actually but i keep getting neck cramps at night for the past 2 days. Any idea of what i might be missing from things like dairy that i need to replace? I was never much of a meat eater.

JuliaCatherine · Answer

Anyone else have this happen to them?

Tatiana · Answer

Some people get cramping (in general) when they are lacking in some electrolytes.  It's hard to say as I don't know exactly how you are eating but you may want to make sure you diet is balanced (I'd suggest going to see a dietitian and check in with your doctor) and possibly start a vegan multivitamin with mineral in the meantime.

peanut · Answer

maybe more potassium? try eating bananas or dried apricots.?? like tatiana said, don't know what u r eating. do you drink coffee? do you drink enough h2o?

JuliaCatherine · Answer

I have been trying to hit all foods. Beans, fruits, vegetables even a bit of soy (soymilk and tofu) I dont drink coffee, i drink teas (mainly green) I have increased my water intake to a full 64 oz a day. From probably only 40oz. That could be it maybe. I also have always taken b complex with a bit of C. 

Yesterday i switched waters to a water with 'minerals' and no neck cramping last night. Although i did have my bf rub it a bit so that could have helped. It feels a bit tight so im thinking it could just be stress. I dont know. If it keeps up i will look into seeing a dietitian.

Katylynn2000 · Answer

How is the cramping going?

KellyVeganGirl · Answer

Not getting enough calcium, potassium, and magnesiun can cause cramping.

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