By Rachael Davis

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Now the colder months are upon us, we’re starting to dig out our wintry wardrobe – but at home, there’s a cheap, environmentally-friendly way to stay warm. Shoppers can now get their hands on a discounted heated thermal pad made of recycled material. The Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad on Amazon is currently available at a discounted price of £29.99, reduced from £37.95. Made from recycled material, the brand says, this has been recommended for muscle aches, joint stiffness and menstrual cramps. Available in grey, the Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad has a fluffy, soft outer material, meaning it’s perfect for snuggling or keeping warm while working from home. It can be used as a heating pad, electric blanket or heated underblanket, offering shoppers multiple options. The top and bottom of the Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad is made from 100% recycled material and the removable switch is made from 50% recycled material, the brand says, meaning it’s better for the environment. Moreover, the six adjustable temperature settings mean customers can tailor the warmth to their personal needs, and they can even buy a weighted version – although this is more expensive at a price of £49.99. An alternative snuggly product is Lakeland’s StaySnug Sherpa Electric Heated Throw in grey. The blanket, which was originally £59.99 but is now £49.99, has a soft and fleecy sherpa lining, nine heat settings and is machine washable. Elsewhere, shoppers can purchase Dunelm’s Fleece Electric Throw , which comes in charcoal, navy and taupe. The £32 blanket has a soft fleece texture and six heat levels. Reviews for the Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad are very positive, with customers giving an average rating of 4.1 stars out of five, from more than 200 reviews. One even referred to it as a ‘game-changer’. They said: “It heats up quickly and thanks to the glass bead filling, it stays warm for longer, giving a nice, comforting weight. Perfect for keeping on your lap or easing muscle tension without slipping around.” Another praised how user-friendly the Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad is, writing: “The heat pad is so good and soft that you can wrap it around the painful area. Easy to use, heats quickly, very comfortable fabric.” While a third person said: “This mat arrived in environmentally friendly packaging, which was the first of many positives! The quality of the mat is very high, I have used it mostly for lower back pain and it has been very effective when lying on it.” On the other hand, some critiqued the size of the Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad . They said: “I would (have) liked the size of (the) mat to be a little longer, after saying that it does work well, price was fair too.” Another wrote: “This weighted heat blanket is a little smaller in size than I was expecting. But it’s still extremely useful.” The Beurer Green Planet Heating Pad is available on Amazon.