Summer’s here, and suddenly everyone’s asking the same questions. Do I still need vitamin D when it’s sunny? What about probiotics for cottage trips? And please, someone, tell me what works for bug bites that itch like crazy.

We get it. Summer health feels different from winter health. You’re outside more, sweating more, and dealing with other problems. After years behind the pharmacy counter, here’s what works and what’s just expensive marketing.

What Summer Supplements Help?

Vitamin D3:

Yes, you still need it, even in summer. All that sunscreen you’re wearing (and you better be wearing it) blocks about 95% of your vitamin D production. Keep taking your usual dose, around 1000-2000 IU daily.

Magnesium: 

This is huge in summer. You're losing electrolytes fast when sweating buckets and drinking tons of water. Magnesium helps with muscle cramps, weird tiredness, and sleep issues after long sun days. Go for magnesium glycinate. It’s easier on your stomach than the cheap stuff.

Probiotics: Probiotics make sense for summer travel. Your gut needs backup with different water, sketchy festival food, and cottage plumbing situations. Look for something with multiple strains and at least 10 billion CFUs. Keep them cool, though.

Vitamin C: Vitamin C and antioxidants are like internal sunscreen helpers. They won’t replace your SPF but help repair damage and keep your immune system happy when you get more sun exposure.

Skincare Essentials for Hot Weather

Light moisturizers: Lightweight moisturizers are your friend when it’s humid. Heavy creams in June heat just make you feel gross. Gel-based or water-based ones work great without the sticky feeling.

SPF 30 or higher: This is non-negotiable. But here’s the thing - the best sunscreen is the one you’ll use. Zinc oxide is for sensitive skin, and chemical is for under makeup. Use about a teaspoon for your face and neck. Reapply every two hours, even if you’re running errands.

Real Aloe Vera Gel: Aloe Vera gel always saves the day when sunscreen fails. Look for 95% pure aloe, not the green stuff that’s mostly water and fragrance. Please keep it in the fridge for extra relief.

Barrier Creams: Barrier creams with zinc oxide protect kids and outdoor workers from sun, wind, and bugs all at once. They’re like invisible armour

Smart Shopping Tips

Could you talk to us before mixing new supplements with your regular medications? Some combinations don’t play well together; we’d rather catch that before you have problems. Heat kills products faster than you think. Don’t leave supplements or medications in hot cars. Check expiration dates more often in summer - that old sunscreen from last year probably isn’t protecting much.

Our summer bestsellers are always electrolyte replacements, good aloe gel, and effective bug bite treatments. These consistently prove their worth when other stuff doesn’t. Quality beats quantity every time. A few products that work will serve you better than random stuff that sounds good but doesn’t deliver.

Stop by Queen Lynch and talk about what makes sense for your summer. We’ll help you pick products that suit your lifestyle and budget, so you can enjoy the season instead of dealing with preventable problems.