If it cannot, it is important to fold or reposition it so that the heat is spread evenly and there isn’t any dangerous overheating. Place a small cup of water inside the microwave whilst heating to assist wheat hydration, after many uses to ensure it does not dry out.

This heat pack can be used as both a microwave heat pad or an ice pack, and thanks to it's triple section design, it holds the wheat in place and can be used on almost any area of the body. Burning the grains will create a burnt smell that will not go away and that is impossible to mask and will also impair your wheatbags heat retention, see Q below. Factor in the wattage of your microwave – the higher the wattage the quicker the bag will heat up – and the length of time you are heating it for.

Place the Lavender Wheat Warmer on any part of the body (not near open wounds or sensitive skin) for a quick soothing relief. Be cautious and check your skin to avoid any possibility of freezer-burn and use a towel on your body with the pack on top to avoid direct contact with the skin. Wheat bags make a super alternative to a traditional hot water bottle and are often favoured due to reduced risk of scalding. Continual heating of the wheat bag can lead to it becoming dryer which can increase the risk of it igniting.

At this time of year, a warming wheat bag can be a soothing solution to winter chills and stiff aching joints and muscles. Once heating is complete, open the microwave and wait for at least 30 seconds or the period of time specified in the instructions. Microwave feet warmers and slippers are great for warming up your feet and keeping them warm and relaxed.Home made wheat bags can pose a greater injury and fire risk since the exact moisture content of the bags isn’t known, nor is the volume. microwavable wheat bag - I bought this for my husband who has long term problems with neck pain and stiffness. It is ok to “loosley scrunch up" the heat pack lightly to fit into the microwave but is important not to fold the pack in half tightly as this can create hot spots when heating. This includes a flammability test and strict rules on the safe usage instructions that should be permanently attached to the wheat bag.

Wheat bag manufacturers use the known moisture content of the wheat to give specific guidelines for how long you can safely heat up wheat bags, heat packs or hotties. Ensure all grilling / browning facilities are turned off and do not place near a direct heat source.Some instructions will also recommend you to place a beaker of water in the microwave for best results, but all will advise against immersing your microwave warmer in water before placing it in the microwave. Please note that the standard advises not to exceed 50 degrees Centigrade on the surface to reduce the risk of burns. Wheat bags are a great hot water bottle alternative and holistic remedy to ease aches, pains, injuries and discomfort as well as aiding relaxation, so above all else, enjoy your instant personal warmer. MAXIMUM MICROWAVE HEATING TIMES FOR THIS PRODUCT: MAXIMUM HEATING (AND CHILLING) TIMES FOR THE PRODUCT ARE ATTACHED TO THE PRODUCT BY SEWN-ON LABEL AND CARD SWING TAG WHICH SHOULD BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.