People who are trying to lose weight are willing to experiment with just how low their carbohydrate intake can go, but cutting out bread altogether can have some unpleasant side effects. If you’re planning to go keto, which means cutting out bread and other carbs almost completely, you may experience leg cramps. These painful cramps typically occur at night and can last from seconds to minutes. Bread is high in electrolytes, and when your body doesn’t get enough of these essential nutrients, it can lead to cramping.
