If you're struggling amid the frosty January weather, it may be worth looking at Home Bargains' website. The budget retailer is currently listing one cosy winter item for a mere £3.99, designed not only for warmth, but with money-saving in mind too. Such a product is none other than its Warm At Heart 800ml Hot Water Bottle, which users can fill up with water before placing at the foot of a bed, between cushions or wherever extra warmth is needed. Sellers insist it's the perfect way to stay snug without cranking up the heating, which should hopefully slash your energy bills in time.
"Our Warm At Heart water bottles are a fantastic way to save money on heating bills this winter," the Home Bargains listing reads. "For when you need that little bit extra warmth or for the temperature is just that wrong side of warm, fill up your bottles bladder with hot water (caution! do not use boiling water), screw on the plug and insert into your cosy cover of choice.
"Place at the foot of the bed, between the cushions of your sofa or even with caution, around your cold extremities." The term 'cold extremities' specifically regards limbs of the body that are furthest from the heart, such as fingers and toes. Use of a warm bottle or heat compress here may have the benefit of relieving pain from aching muscles or stiff joints. This is especially helpful for people with chronic conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia, or anyone suffering from back pain.
The Arthritis Foundation explains: "Here is how it works. When you warm up a sore joint or tired muscle, your blood vessels get bigger. This allows more blood, oxygen, and nutrients to be delivered to the injured tissues. Better circulation means more relaxation for those stiff muscles and joints.
