Today, we'll talk about a great health-protection product: the Hot Water Bottle. You've probably heard of Hot Water Bottles before, and you might even know someone who swears by them. If you're curious about what these bottles are, what they're made of, and whether they're safe to use, then keep reading.

What Exactly Are Hot Water Bottles?

Hot Water Bottles are not the same as regular water bottles. These are rubber vessels with a stopper that are intended to hold warm or hot water. Hot Water Bottles, while commonly vaguely bottle-shaped, can be almost any shape.

Their use dates back to the 16th century, though Hot Water Bottles in their current form did not exist at the time. Instead, people would take fresh coals from a dying fire and use them to keep warm. Doesn't that sound painful?

People at the time felt the same way. As a result, containers designed to hold hot water rather than hot coals were developed. Wood, earthenware, glass, brass, copper, or zinc would be used to make the bottles. None of those materials are particularly safe, which is why the Hot Water Bottles of the day required the use of a cloth bag. This is also why Hot Water Bottles are no longer made of these materials.

What Is the Purpose of Hot Water Bottles?

Stomach Ache

Fill a Hot Water Bottle with water if you have stomach cramps caused by premenstrual syndrome, menstruation, diarrhea, nausea, or any other stomach ailment. All you have to do is lie down with the bottle on your stomach. Your stomach pain should subside or go away completely over time.

Headache Anxiety

Few things are more painful than a headache. Do you usually raid your medicine cabinet for an over-the-counter pain reliever if you have one? Instead, why not try using a Hot Water Bottle to treat your headache naturally? Wrap the bottle in a cloth to prevent condensation from getting on the side or front of your head.

Try it for a while and see if it helps with your headache. You might be pleasantly surprised.

As an Ice Pack

Do you have no ice packs on hand but are experiencing aches and pains? Not a problem! Fill your Hot Water Bottle halfway with lukewarm or cold water and place it in the freezer for a few hours. You can then apply it to the affected area to relieve pain.

Back Ache

A Hot Water Bottle can help you with lower, middle, or upper back pain. Heat may be effective in treating muscle spasms and back cramps. An Ice Pack is the best treatment for swelling and inflammation. Keep in mind that your Hot Water Bottle can also serve as an ice pack.

Cleansing the Colon

A colon cleanse can also be performed by applying a Hot Water Bottle to the abdominal area as described above. This practice will benefit both your colon and your liver.

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