9 Amazon products to keep your body warm this winter - and save on energy bills

These products are perfect for staying warm without using the heating, from rechargeable hand warmers to microwaveable wheat bags

Samuel Mathewson
Friday 08 December 2023 13:40 GMT
How to heat the body this winter
How to heat the body this winter (The Independent)

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In light of the cost of living crisis and rising gas and electric bills, some people are opting for more affordable alternatives to central heating. Here at IndyBest, we love anything that’s going to save us money whether it’s using a heated clothes airer or snuggling up in a blanket hoodie.

Our first instinct is to whack on the central heating when we feel a chill, but there are plenty of much more cost-effective and energy efficient alternatives to try first that won’t cost you quite as much in utilities in the long run.

According to experts, it’s more energy efficient to create warmth close to you, meaning measures can be taken to keep your body warm, not necessarily the whole room and definitely not the whole house.

So with this in mind we’ve gathered some great options from rechargeable hand warmers to fluffy electric foot warmers to keep your essential digits warm.

1. Keep this rechargeable electric hand warmer in your pockets when out and about or sat at your desk to keep your fingers toasty throughout the day

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Buy now from £19.49, Amazon.co.uk

2. These disposable heated insoles don’t use electricity and last for eight hours to keep your toes wiggling

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Buy now 10 pairs £21.99, Amazon.co.uk

3. For full body warmth on your winter walks or while watching TV on those chilly evenings, this heated gilet with battery pack is the perfect option

Heated vest for men
Heated vest for men (Amazon)

Buy now from £55.47, Amazon.co.uk

4. This microwaveable wheat bag is the perfect way to warm yourself on those icy mornings and is super simple to use

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Buy now £14.95, Amazon.co.uk

5. MoneySavingExpert recommends sitting with a hot water bottle in your sleeping bag for maximum toastiness – try this chic white fluffy option

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Buy now £7.49, Amazon.co.uk

Read more: Best hot water bottles to keep you warm on cold winter nights

6. This electric heat pad has over 1,000 five-star ratings with people raving about its warming and pain relief properties

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Buy now £19.99, Amazon.co.uk

7. Never have cold feet again with this comfy electric foot warmer

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Buy now £29.99, Amazon.co.uk

8. You won’t be woken up by Jack Frost with this electric blanket – but you might never leave your bed

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Buy now £27 Amazon.co.uk

Read more: Best electric blankets that will save money and keep you warm this winter

9. Layering up with thermals is a must to conserve body heat - these ones, which are an Amazon best seller, will keep you toasty

Simiya thermals
Simiya thermals (Amazon)

Buy now from £18.05, Amazon.co.uk

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