Home Bargains is offering a £3.99 hot water bottle that the retailer claims can help reduce heating bills this winter. The 800ml bottle, part of the Warm At Heart collection, is designed to provide targeted warmth when placed at the foot of a bed or among cushions.
The product description states: 'Our Warm At Heart water bottles are a fantastic way to save money on heating bills this winter.' It advises users to fill the bottle with hot water, but not boiling water, and insert it into a cover before use.
Applying heat to sore joints or muscles can improve circulation and relieve discomfort, according to the Arthritis Foundation. The NHS also recommends hot or cold packs for osteoarthritis pain. However, the British Heart Foundation warns against using hot water bottles on numb hands or feet, as this could lead to burns.
Alternative options include Primark's £5 soft touch hot water bottle and Amazon's rechargeable electric bottle for £20.99.
