{"id":1553,"date":"2026-09-28T18:20:44","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T18:20:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/?p=1553"},"modified":"2026-09-28T18:21:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T18:21:07","slug":"why-some-people-rub-soap-on-sheets-before-sleeping-every-night-and-whether-the-old-remedy-for-leg-cramps-actually-works","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/?p=1553","title":{"rendered":"Why Some People Rub Soap on Sheets Before Sleeping Every Night\u2014and Whether the Old Remedy for Leg Cramps Actually Works"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There are plenty\u00a0of unusual bedtime\u00a0habits that have\u00a0been passed down\u00a0from one generation\u00a0to another, but\u00a0few are quite\u00a0as curious as\u00a0putting a bar\u00a0of soap in\u00a0the bed.<\/p>\n

For years, some\u00a0people have claimed\u00a0that rubbing a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0on their bedsheets\u2014or placing a\u00a0bar underneath the\u00a0sheets near their\u00a0feet\u2014can help\u00a0with nighttime leg\u00a0cramps, restless legs, or other uncomfortable\u00a0sensations that make\u00a0it difficult to\u00a0sleep.<\/p>\n

At first, the\u00a0idea sounds strange. Soap is normally\u00a0associated with washing\u00a0hands, bathing, or\u00a0cleaning clothes. It\u00a0is not something\u00a0most people would\u00a0think of as\u00a0a sleep aid. Yet the practice\u00a0has persisted, largely\u00a0because some people\u00a0say they notice\u00a0a difference when\u00a0they use it.<\/p>\n

The remedy is\u00a0inexpensive, simple, and\u00a0easy to try. That combination may\u00a0help explain why\u00a0the tradition continues\u00a0to circulate through\u00a0families, online communities, and conversations about\u00a0old-fashioned home\u00a0remedies.<\/p>\n

But does a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0actually have an\u00a0effect on nighttime\u00a0leg cramps?<\/p>\n

The answer is\u00a0more complicated than\u00a0either a simple\u00a0\u201cyes\u201d or \u201cno.\u201d<\/p>\n

There is currently\u00a0no strong scientific\u00a0evidence demonstrating\u00a0that placing a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0in or under\u00a0the bedsheets prevents\u00a0leg cramps or\u00a0treats restless legs. At the same\u00a0time, people can\u00a0genuinely experience changes\u00a0in how they\u00a0feel after adopting\u00a0a bedtime ritual, and several factors\u2014including relaxation, expectation, comfort, and coincidence\u2014may influence those\u00a0experiences.<\/p>\n

Understanding where the\u00a0soap remedy comes\u00a0from, why people\u00a0believe it works, and what science\u00a0actually says can\u00a0help separate an\u00a0interesting household tradition\u00a0from a proven\u00a0medical treatment.<\/p>\n

How the Soap-in-the-Bed\u00a0Remedy Works<\/h2>\n

The traditional method\u00a0is remarkably straightforward.<\/p>\n

People who use\u00a0the remedy generally\u00a0take an ordinary\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0and rub it\u00a0across the fitted\u00a0sheet, particularly around\u00a0the area where\u00a0their calves, ankles, and feet rest. Others simply place\u00a0an unwrapped bar\u00a0underneath the sheet\u00a0near the foot\u00a0of the bed.<\/p>\n

There is no\u00a0universally agreed-upon\u00a0type of soap.<\/p>\n

Some people prefer\u00a0plain soap, while\u00a0others specifically choose\u00a0scented varieties. Lavender-scented soap is\u00a0frequently mentioned because\u00a0lavender has long\u00a0been associated with\u00a0relaxation and bedtime\u00a0routines.<\/p>\n

Some users replace\u00a0the bar periodically\u00a0as its scent\u00a0fades or as\u00a0it becomes worn\u00a0down. Others leave\u00a0the same bar\u00a0in the bed\u00a0for an extended\u00a0period.<\/p>\n

The important point\u00a0is that the\u00a0practice does not\u00a0involve actually washing\u00a0the legs with\u00a0soap. The bar\u00a0is generally left\u00a0dry and is\u00a0either rubbed on\u00a0the bedding or\u00a0positioned nearby.<\/p>\n

For people who\u00a0swear by the\u00a0practice, the simplicity\u00a0is part of\u00a0its appeal.<\/p>\n

There are no\u00a0complicated instructions, no expensive equipment, and no significant\u00a0preparation. If someone\u00a0already has a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0at home, trying\u00a0the remedy costs\u00a0almost nothing.<\/p>\n

Why Did People\u00a0Start Doing This?<\/h2>\n

The exact origin\u00a0of the practice\u00a0is difficult to\u00a0establish.<\/p>\n

Like many traditional\u00a0home remedies, the\u00a0soap-in-the-bed idea appears\u00a0to have been\u00a0passed from person\u00a0to person rather\u00a0than introduced through\u00a0a formal medical\u00a0tradition. Older generations\u00a0frequently relied on\u00a0household remedies for\u00a0minor aches, sleep\u00a0problems, muscle discomfort, and other everyday\u00a0complaints.<\/p>\n

Before modern medical\u00a0information was widely\u00a0available, people often\u00a0experimented with readily\u00a0available household products. If something appeared\u00a0to help, the\u00a0practice could be\u00a0repeated and eventually\u00a0passed along to\u00a0children, relatives, and\u00a0neighbors.<\/p>\n

That does not\u00a0mean every traditional\u00a0remedy was effective. It simply illustrates\u00a0how everyday observations\u00a0can become part\u00a0of family wisdom.<\/p>\n

The soap remedy\u00a0may have followed\u00a0a similar path.<\/p>\n

Someone experienced nighttime\u00a0leg discomfort, tried\u00a0putting soap near\u00a0their feet, and\u00a0later reported that\u00a0the discomfort seemed\u00a0better. Another person\u00a0tried it, had\u00a0a similar experience, and the practice\u00a0continued.<\/p>\n

Over time, the\u00a0story could become\u00a0much more confident\u00a0than the original\u00a0evidence.<\/p>\n

A simple observation\u2014\u201dI did this\u00a0and felt better\u201d\u2014can gradually become\u00a0the much stronger\u00a0claim that \u201cthis\u00a0works.\u201d<\/p>\n

That distinction is\u00a0important.<\/p>\n

What Are Nighttime\u00a0Leg Cramps?<\/h2>\n

To understand why\u00a0someone might reach\u00a0for a bar\u00a0of soap, it\u00a0helps to understand\u00a0what nighttime leg\u00a0cramps actually are.<\/p>\n

Leg cramps are\u00a0sudden, involuntary muscle\u00a0contractions. They often\u00a0affect the calf\u00a0muscles, although the\u00a0feet and thighs\u00a0can also be\u00a0involved.<\/p>\n

A cramp can\u00a0appear without warning. The affected muscle\u00a0may suddenly become\u00a0tight and painful, sometimes causing a\u00a0person to wake\u00a0from sleep.<\/p>\n

The episode can\u00a0last anywhere from\u00a0several seconds to\u00a0several minutes, and\u00a0the muscle may\u00a0remain sore afterward.<\/p>\n

Nighttime leg cramps\u00a0become particularly frustrating\u00a0because they interrupt\u00a0sleep. A person\u00a0may go to\u00a0bed feeling perfectly\u00a0comfortable, only to\u00a0wake suddenly with\u00a0an intensely painful\u00a0muscle contraction.<\/p>\n

Some people experience\u00a0these cramps only\u00a0occasionally. Others experience\u00a0them repeatedly.<\/p>\n

The causes can\u00a0vary, and sometimes\u00a0there is no\u00a0obvious explanation for\u00a0an individual episode. Factors that may\u00a0be associated with\u00a0muscle cramps include\u00a0muscle fatigue, prolonged\u00a0physical activity, dehydration, certain medications, changes\u00a0associated with aging, and some medical\u00a0conditions.<\/p>\n

That variety makes\u00a0it difficult to\u00a0attribute improvement to\u00a0any single home\u00a0remedy.<\/p>\n

What About Restless\u00a0Legs?<\/h2>\n

The soap remedy\u00a0is also sometimes\u00a0discussed in connection\u00a0with restless legs.<\/p>\n

Restless legs syndrome\u00a0is different from\u00a0an ordinary muscle\u00a0cramp.<\/p>\n

People with restless\u00a0legs syndrome may\u00a0experience uncomfortable\u00a0sensations in their\u00a0legs accompanied by\u00a0an urge to\u00a0move them. Symptoms\u00a0typically become more\u00a0noticeable during periods\u00a0of rest and\u00a0can be particularly\u00a0troublesome in the\u00a0evening or at\u00a0night.<\/p>\n

Moving the legs\u00a0may temporarily relieve\u00a0the discomfort.<\/p>\n

Because both conditions\u00a0can interfere with\u00a0sleep, people sometimes\u00a0group them together\u00a0when discussing home\u00a0remedies. However, they\u00a0are not the\u00a0same problem, and\u00a0something that appears\u00a0to help one\u00a0person with one\u00a0type of discomfort\u00a0cannot automatically be\u00a0considered a treatment\u00a0for another condition.<\/p>\n

This is another\u00a0reason to be\u00a0cautious about broad\u00a0claims surrounding the\u00a0soap remedy.<\/p>\n

Theories About Why\u00a0Soap Might Work<\/h2>\n

Over the years, several explanations have\u00a0been proposed for\u00a0the perceived benefits\u00a0of placing soap\u00a0in bed.<\/p>\n

One theory suggests\u00a0that chemicals in\u00a0soap might somehow\u00a0influence muscles through\u00a0contact with the\u00a0skin or through\u00a0the air.<\/p>\n

Another idea focuses\u00a0on fragrance. Certain\u00a0soaps contain scents\u00a0that people associate\u00a0with relaxation, and\u00a0a familiar pleasant\u00a0smell may help\u00a0create a calming\u00a0bedtime environment.<\/p>\n

Lavender is especially\u00a0popular in sleep-related products because\u00a0its scent has\u00a0traditionally been associated\u00a0with relaxation.<\/p>\n

However, these theories\u00a0should not be\u00a0confused with established\u00a0evidence that soap\u00a0prevents leg cramps.<\/p>\n

There is currently\u00a0no strong scientific\u00a0basis for the\u00a0idea that a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0placed under a\u00a0bedsheet releases substances\u00a0that reliably stop\u00a0muscle cramps.<\/p>\n

The fact that\u00a0soap contains various\u00a0chemical compounds does\u00a0not, by itself, demonstrate that those\u00a0compounds can influence\u00a0nighttime muscle activity\u00a0simply by being\u00a0near the body.<\/p>\n

Could the Benefit\u00a0Come From Relaxation?<\/h2>\n

One possibility is\u00a0that the ritual\u00a0itself may influence\u00a0how someone feels.<\/p>\n

Bedtime routines can\u00a0be surprisingly powerful.<\/p>\n

People often develop\u00a0familiar sequences before\u00a0sleeping: turning down\u00a0the lights, reading\u00a0a book, listening\u00a0to quiet music, drinking a particular\u00a0beverage, stretching, or\u00a0taking a warm\u00a0shower.<\/p>\n

These routines can\u00a0provide psychological signals\u00a0that the day\u00a0is ending and\u00a0it is time\u00a0to relax.<\/p>\n

For someone who\u00a0has come to\u00a0associate a bar\u00a0of soap with\u00a0comfort, the soap\u00a0may become part\u00a0of that routine.<\/p>\n

The person gets\u00a0into bed, notices\u00a0the familiar scent, feels reassured by\u00a0the ritual, and\u00a0becomes less focused\u00a0on discomfort.<\/p>\n

That does not\u00a0mean the soap\u00a0is physically stopping\u00a0a muscle from\u00a0cramping. It could\u00a0simply mean that\u00a0the overall experience\u00a0helps the person\u00a0relax or pay\u00a0less attention to\u00a0minor sensations.<\/p>\n

This distinction matters\u00a0because a remedy\u00a0can feel helpful\u00a0without working through\u00a0the mechanism people\u00a0originally assumed.<\/p>\n

The Role of\u00a0Expectation<\/h2>\n

Expectation may also\u00a0play a role.<\/p>\n

When people strongly\u00a0believe that a\u00a0particular routine will\u00a0help them sleep\u00a0or feel more\u00a0comfortable, that expectation\u00a0can influence how\u00a0they perceive symptoms.<\/p>\n

This does not\u00a0mean the experience\u00a0is imaginary.<\/p>\n

Pain and discomfort\u00a0are real experiences, but they are\u00a0influenced by attention, stress, expectation, and\u00a0many other factors.<\/p>\n

If someone has\u00a0used soap in\u00a0their bed for\u00a0years and associates\u00a0it with a\u00a0comfortable night\u2019s sleep, discovering the familiar\u00a0bar may itself\u00a0provide reassurance.<\/p>\n

The person may\u00a0relax more quickly, worry less about\u00a0experiencing a cramp, and become less\u00a0focused on sensations\u00a0in the legs.<\/p>\n

For some people, that may be\u00a0enough to make\u00a0the bedtime experience\u00a0feel noticeably better.<\/p>\n

But again, that\u00a0is different from\u00a0proving that soap\u00a0has a direct\u00a0physiological effect on\u00a0the muscles.<\/p>\n

Why Personal Stories\u00a0Are So Convincing<\/h2>\n

The soap remedy\u00a0has survived largely\u00a0because of personal\u00a0testimony.<\/p>\n

Someone might say, \u201cI had leg\u00a0cramps for years, put soap under\u00a0my sheets, and\u00a0they stopped.\u201d<\/p>\n

That kind of\u00a0story can be\u00a0compelling, especially\u00a0when it comes\u00a0from a trusted\u00a0family member.<\/p>\n

However, individual experiences\u00a0cannot determine whether\u00a0the soap itself\u00a0caused the improvement.<\/p>\n

Nighttime leg cramps\u00a0naturally vary. Someone\u00a0might experience several\u00a0episodes in one\u00a0week and none\u00a0during the next\u00a0month. If they\u00a0begin using soap\u00a0during the bad\u00a0week and then\u00a0have a period\u00a0without cramps, it\u00a0can be easy\u00a0to connect the\u00a0two events.<\/p>\n

There may have\u00a0been other changes\u00a0at the same\u00a0time.<\/p>\n

Perhaps they became\u00a0more hydrated, changed\u00a0their exercise routine, slept differently, took\u00a0a new medication, stretched before bed, or simply experienced\u00a0a natural reduction\u00a0in symptoms.<\/p>\n

Without controlled studies, it is difficult\u00a0to determine what\u00a0caused the change.<\/p>\n

This is one\u00a0of the fundamental\u00a0challenges in evaluating\u00a0home remedies.<\/p>\n

Is It Safe\u00a0to Try?<\/h2>\n

For most people, simply placing a\u00a0dry bar of\u00a0soap under the\u00a0sheets is unlikely\u00a0to be dangerous.<\/p>\n

However, there are\u00a0some practical considerations.<\/p>\n

Strongly scented soaps\u00a0can contain fragrances\u00a0or other ingredients\u00a0that may irritate\u00a0sensitive skin. If\u00a0the soap is\u00a0rubbed directly onto\u00a0the legs or\u00a0feet, irritation could\u00a0become more likely.<\/p>\n

Anyone who develops\u00a0redness, itching, burning, or other skin\u00a0symptoms should stop\u00a0using the product.<\/p>\n

It is also\u00a0worth remembering that\u00a0soap is not\u00a0designed as a\u00a0medical treatment for\u00a0muscle cramps. Someone\u00a0experiencing frequent,\u00a0severe, or worsening\u00a0nighttime cramps should\u00a0not rely on\u00a0a bar of\u00a0soap as a\u00a0substitute for appropriate\u00a0medical evaluation.<\/p>\n

The same applies\u00a0when leg discomfort\u00a0is accompanied by\u00a0other concerning symptoms.<\/p>\n

Simple Things That\u00a0May Help With\u00a0Cramps<\/h2>\n

People experiencing occasional\u00a0leg cramps often\u00a0try practical measures\u00a0such as gently\u00a0stretching the affected\u00a0muscle, changing position, or carefully moving\u00a0the leg when\u00a0a cramp begins.<\/p>\n

Maintaining adequate fluid\u00a0intake and avoiding\u00a0excessive muscle fatigue\u00a0may also be\u00a0helpful for some\u00a0people.<\/p>\n

Regular stretching can\u00a0be part of\u00a0a broader approach\u00a0to managing recurring\u00a0cramps, although the\u00a0appropriate strategy depends\u00a0on the individual\u00a0and the underlying\u00a0cause.<\/p>\n

For people taking\u00a0medications or dealing\u00a0with ongoing medical\u00a0conditions, it is\u00a0particularly important\u00a0not to assume\u00a0that recurring cramps\u00a0are simply an\u00a0unavoidable part of\u00a0getting older.<\/p>\n

Persistent symptoms can\u00a0sometimes warrant a\u00a0discussion with a\u00a0healthcare professional.<\/p>\n

When Leg Cramps\u00a0Deserve More Attention<\/h2>\n

An occasional nighttime\u00a0leg cramp is\u00a0generally not a\u00a0reason for alarm, but repeated or\u00a0unusually severe symptoms\u00a0deserve attention.<\/p>\n

A healthcare professional\u00a0may want to\u00a0know how frequently\u00a0the cramps occur, which muscles are\u00a0affected, how long\u00a0they last, what\u00a0medications a person\u00a0takes, and whether\u00a0other symptoms are\u00a0present.<\/p>\n

This information can\u00a0help determine whether\u00a0there may be\u00a0an underlying cause\u00a0that needs to\u00a0be addressed.<\/p>\n

The important lesson\u00a0is that a\u00a0home remedy should\u00a0not prevent someone\u00a0from investigating persistent\u00a0symptoms.<\/p>\n

A bar of\u00a0soap can be\u00a0a harmless household\u00a0experiment for many\u00a0people, but it\u00a0should not become\u00a0a reason to\u00a0ignore ongoing physical\u00a0problems.<\/p>\n

Why the Tradition\u00a0Continues<\/h2>\n

So why does\u00a0the soap trick\u00a0remain popular despite\u00a0the lack of\u00a0strong scientific evidence?<\/p>\n

Part of the\u00a0answer is that\u00a0it is remarkably\u00a0accessible.<\/p>\n

It is inexpensive.<\/p>\n

It requires almost\u00a0no effort.<\/p>\n

It fits easily\u00a0into an existing\u00a0bedtime routine.<\/p>\n

And, perhaps most\u00a0importantly, some people\u00a0genuinely believe they\u00a0feel better when\u00a0they use it.<\/p>\n

Traditional remedies often\u00a0survive not because\u00a0they have been\u00a0scientifically validated, but because people\u00a0find them comforting, familiar, or worth\u00a0trying.<\/p>\n

The soap-in-the-bed tradition\u00a0also has an\u00a0interesting cultural quality. It is the\u00a0kind of advice\u00a0that might come\u00a0from a grandparent, parent, friend, or\u00a0neighbor rather than\u00a0a medical textbook.<\/p>\n

That personal connection\u00a0can make the\u00a0practice feel more\u00a0meaningful.<\/p>\n

A Remedy Worth\u00a0Understanding, Not Overstating<\/h2>\n

The most reasonable\u00a0way to view\u00a0the soap remedy\u00a0is with a\u00a0combination of curiosity\u00a0and caution.<\/p>\n

There is nothing\u00a0inherently strange about\u00a0experimenting with a\u00a0harmless bedtime ritual, provided it does\u00a0not irritate the\u00a0skin or replace\u00a0necessary medical care.<\/p>\n

If someone finds\u00a0that having a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0near their feet\u00a0helps them relax\u00a0or sleep, there\u00a0is little mystery\u00a0about why they\u00a0might continue doing\u00a0it.<\/p>\n

But the evidence\u00a0does not currently\u00a0establish that soap\u00a0placed in or\u00a0under bedsheets directly\u00a0prevents nighttime leg\u00a0cramps.<\/p>\n

That distinction allows\u00a0the tradition to\u00a0remain interesting without\u00a0turning it into\u00a0something it has\u00a0not been proven\u00a0to be.<\/p>\n

The perceived benefit\u00a0might come from\u00a0relaxation, expectation, scent, routine, natural\u00a0changes in symptoms, or some combination\u00a0of factors. It\u00a0may also simply\u00a0be coincidence.<\/p>\n

The Curious Appeal\u00a0of an Old-Fashioned Remedy<\/h2>\n

The idea of\u00a0rubbing soap on\u00a0bedsheets before going\u00a0to sleep sounds\u00a0unusual precisely because\u00a0it falls somewhere\u00a0between household tradition\u00a0and folk medicine.<\/p>\n

It is simple\u00a0enough to try, inexpensive enough to\u00a0become a routine, and mysterious enough\u00a0to inspire questions\u00a0about why some\u00a0people insist that\u00a0it works.<\/p>\n

For generations, people\u00a0have looked for\u00a0simple solutions to\u00a0everyday discomfort. Sometimes\u00a0those solutions become\u00a0traditions long before\u00a0anyone has the\u00a0tools to properly\u00a0test them.<\/p>\n

The soap remedy\u00a0is a fascinating\u00a0example.<\/p>\n

It demonstrates how\u00a0personal experiences can\u00a0become family wisdom, how bedtime rituals\u00a0can influence our\u00a0sense of comfort, and how easily\u00a0an observation can\u00a0evolve into a\u00a0widely repeated claim.<\/p>\n

At the same\u00a0time, it is\u00a0a reminder that\u00a0an anecdote is\u00a0not the same\u00a0thing as scientific\u00a0evidence.<\/p>\n

A bar of\u00a0soap may be\u00a0a perfectly ordinary\u00a0household object, but\u00a0when placed beneath\u00a0the bedsheets, it\u00a0becomes part of\u00a0a surprisingly enduring\u00a0bedtime ritual.<\/p>\n

So, Does the\u00a0Soap Actually Work?<\/h2>\n

For now, the\u00a0most accurate answer\u00a0is that science\u00a0has not established\u00a0that it does.<\/p>\n

There is no\u00a0strong evidence showing\u00a0that rubbing soap\u00a0on bedsheets or\u00a0placing a bar\u00a0beneath them reliably\u00a0prevents nighttime leg\u00a0cramps or treats\u00a0restless legs.<\/p>\n

That does not\u00a0invalidate the experiences\u00a0of people who\u00a0say the practice\u00a0helps them. Their\u00a0experiences are real, even if the\u00a0reason for the\u00a0improvement is uncertain.<\/p>\n

Perhaps the benefit\u00a0comes from a\u00a0calming scent. Perhaps\u00a0the routine provides\u00a0reassurance. Perhaps expectation\u00a0changes the way\u00a0discomfort is perceived. Perhaps symptoms simply\u00a0fluctuate naturally.<\/p>\n

Or perhaps future\u00a0research will provide\u00a0a better explanation.<\/p>\n

Until then, the\u00a0soap-under-the-sheets remedy remains\u00a0what it has\u00a0always been: an\u00a0intriguing piece of\u00a0household wisdom that\u00a0has survived because\u00a0people continue to\u00a0find it worth\u00a0trying.<\/p>\n

For someone who\u00a0occasionally experiences\u00a0nighttime leg discomfort, a bar of\u00a0soap may offer\u00a0an inexpensive and\u00a0comforting ritual. But\u00a0are the most\u00a0interesting\u2014not necessarily\u00a0because they have\u00a0been proven to\u00a0work, but because\u00a0they reveal how\u00a0people have always\u00a0searched for small\u00a0ways to\u00a0anyone dealing with\u00a0frequent, severe, or\u00a0persistent cramps should\u00a0look beyond folk\u00a0remedies and consider\u00a0the broader picture\u00a0of their health.<\/p>\n

Sometimes the simplest\u00a0traditions are the\u00a0most interesting\u2014not\u00a0necessarily because they\u00a0have been proven\u00a0to work, but\u00a0because they reveal\u00a0how people have\u00a0always searched for\u00a0small ways to\u00a0make everyday life\u00a0a little more\u00a0comfortable.<\/p>\n

And that may be the real reason the humble bar of soap continues to find its way into bedrooms long after bedtime.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There are plenty\u00a0of unusual bedtime\u00a0habits that have\u00a0been passed down\u00a0from one generation\u00a0to another, but\u00a0few are quite\u00a0as curious as\u00a0putting a bar\u00a0of soap in\u00a0the bed. For years, some\u00a0people have claimed\u00a0that rubbing a\u00a0bar of soap\u00a0on their bedsheets\u2014or placing a\u00a0bar underneath the\u00a0sheets near their\u00a0feet\u2014can help\u00a0with nighttime leg\u00a0cramps, restless legs, or other uncomfortable\u00a0sensations that make\u00a0it difficult to\u00a0sleep. At first, the\u00a0idea sounds…<\/p>\n

Read More “Why Some People Rub Soap on Sheets Before Sleeping Every Night\u2014and Whether the Old Remedy for Leg Cramps Actually Works”<\/span> »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1110,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1553","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1553","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1553"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1553\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1554,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1553\/revisions\/1554"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1553"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1553"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameroco.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1553"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}