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Safety Precautions

Heat bags by their nature are a potential fire hazard. But by using common sense and by following the instructions that came with your bag, your bag will last for years. Fire has a greater chance when the grain involved is very dry and the bag is overheated. By adding a microwave “safe” container of water to the oven, the humidity within the microwave oven and the actual grain will be ... »

What grain do we use & why?

What grain do we use & why?

Grain, especially Wheat can be treated so that it does not sprout, is not attractive to rodents, will not go mouldy. This may be fine, but if you are placing these chemically treated grains on your body, wouldn’t you prefer a safer & natural product. Sometimes the family pet makes a meal out of your bag, but if the animal is eating an non-treated grain – no big deal. We only use no... »

How have YOU used your heat bag? Share your knowledge

Many people “swear” by the usefulness of their Bag. Share your applications by making a Comment to this post. For example- Going to the Blood Bank in winter and the technician not being able to find your vein – Applying a hot bag to the inside of your elbow will soon have those “hidden” vein popping up. »