Home Grown Pillows

Why Flaxseed?

Flaxseed, an herb known for its pure pale flowers has been used and consumed for its nutritional and medicinal uses for centuries. The actual seed of flax contains 30-40% of an oil known as flaxseed oil. This oil remains inside the seed. When the seeds are heated, the soft shell of the seed allows for moisture to be absorbed. Then as the seeds cool, a moist heat is released. Flaxseeds unique thermal and oil content allow for it to heat quickly and retain heat for more than 30 min, making it and ideal natural heating product.

Why Flaxseed, and not other fillers?

Flaxseed won't crack, weighs less than rice and adjusts comfortably to the contours of the body. Cheaper fillers such as rice, or wheat tend to lose their ability to retain water after repeated use. If they dry out, they are more likely to become scorched. If wheat gets too moist it can rot or mold. Rice and corn fillers tend to have a 'cooked food' odor when heated. For some people with smell sensitivities, this can be a problem. Although flaxseed is more expensive, we believe it to be the best choice for Hot & Cold Therapy Pillows and Wraps.