Wheat Bags, Frequently asked Questions
How long do you microwave a wheat bag for?
It is important to always follow the guidelines that come with your wheat bag, heat pack and purchase from a reputable company, these are what WheatBagHeaven recommend:-
Always use a clean microwave with a freely rotating table to heat your wheat bag and don't leave your microwave unattended in the heating process. Always fully unfold and gently shake/smooth the wheat bag flat so that the wheat is evenly distributed before heating.
Different power level microwaves require different heating times!
500w - 750w heat in short bursts up to a maximum of 2 minutes.
750w - 1000w heat in short bursts up to a maximum of 1.5 minutes.
It is important to take your wheat bag out after a few seconds and shake so as to disperse the wheat and heat avoiding any hot spots and this helps to prolong the life of your bag. Don't overheat your wheat bag and also allow it to completely cool between uses. As this is a natural product it may feel damp when first heated.
Check Points
*Never overheat your wheat bag or leave unattended while heating.
*Never heat a folded wheat bag.
*If the wheat bag smells burnt, becomes discoloured, or develops a very hot area, discontinue use immediately.
*Do not apply directly to sensitive skin; use a thin towel or pillowcase as a barrier
*Do not exceed manufacturer time recommendations
How do you re-hydrate a wheat bag?
If you are using your wheat bag regularly it is important to re-hydrate the wheat now and again, this helps to prevent charring, over cooked odour and burning. This is easily done by adding a cup of boiling water once a week if used regularly when you are heating up your wheat bag in the microwave, always heat still according to manufacturer guidelines and remove after a few seconds to shake up your wheat bag, dispersing wheat grains and avoiding hot spots.
If you take care of your wheat bag, heat pack there is no reason that it won't last. The scent will fade over time but this can be easily remedied by adding a few drops of your favorite essential oil after heating. Once heated you can expect 15-20 minutes of therapeutic heat and will provide warmth for around 45 minutes. If your using your wheat bag, heat pack regularly then don’t forget to re-hydrate weekly.
There are lots of types of heat sources in the market place to choose from, but choosing a natural product like a wheat bag is a great practical choice and eco friendly. A wheat bag is a self care home essential, providing a source of heat to soothe and comfort in the form of natural pain relief aiding relaxation and rest. Also a wheat bag can be used from the freezer as a cold compress and really helps to ease swelling, inflammation, reduce bruising and ease sprains. Hot and cold therapy at its best.