Could I Be Allergic To My Wheat Bag (Heat Pack)?

Wheat Bag & Heat Pack allergy

It's uncommon for people to be allergic to their wheat bag but it isn't unheard of. This may be due to the material, to mold or to lavender. There could be a few reasons why you might be having a reaction to your wheat bag.

Firstly, any symptoms you're experiencing, regardless of where you think the source is coming from, should be diagnosed and treated by a medical professional.

If you are experiencing a negative reaction to your wheat bag, we recommended you stop using it immediately and consult your doctor. 

Can I use Wheat Bags with Coeliac Disease?

Yes, you can use a what bag with Coeliac disease. In fact, many Coeliac's use wheat bags for natural pain relief.

Coeliac disease it's an autoimmune disease from ingesting wheat. As you're not ingesting the wheat, the wheat bag is simply applied to your skin or over your clothes, there's no concern in regards to Coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity when using a wheat bag.

Lavender Wheat Bags and Heat Packs

If you're wheat bag is scented with lavender, this could also be why you're having a reaction. Some people have a lavender allergy to fresh/dried flowers or lavender oil.

Symptoms of a lavender allegy include:

- Rash
- Redness
- Swelling
- Itching

We use both dried lavender buds and a mix of essential oils to scent our wheat bags, so keep that in mind before purchasing a lavender scented wheat bag.