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Not staying hydrated with enough water during the day may be one of the big causes of leg cramps at night. This is most likely due to fluid imbalances of electrolytes (mainly sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium). Overuse of the muscles, perhaps from exercising, gardening or other physical activities.
Vitamins & Minerals for Leg Cramps. Muscle cramps can happen to anyone. They are sudden, intense spasms of the muscles, most often of the legs and feet. The cramps can stop you in the middle of a workout, wake you up in the middle of the night or bother you while you're at work. Common causes of muscle cramps include dehydration, muscle strain and vitamin and mineral deficiencies.