Happy 4^th of July from Hanna’s Herb Shop! Take a look at some of our favorite posts for summer and find great tips for keeping cool in the heat, first aid items that provide natural relief, ways to ease indigestion from summer barbecues, and more.

The odds of having a few unhealthy snacks during the holiday are pretty good and while delicious at the time, often our choices leave us feeling less than celebratory. Try eating papaya when a stomach ache hits or ingesting some ginger tincture for quick relief. Want more tips on how to keep your stomach and digestive tract happy this holiday and beyond? Take a look at how you can recover from summer cookout overeating and take a look at our digestive products on our site.

Enjoying the great outdoors doesn’t mean you need to suffer the consequences of sunburn. This post explains the top 3 tips for sunscreen (layer it on, reapply regularly, and avoid skimping) and if you’re applying sunscreen while you’re out working in the garden, take a look at our DIY pesticide recipes. Keeping your plants happy and insect-free is possible using herbs, essential oils, and even leftover egg shells!

Looking for ways to keep safe and cool in the summer heat? We’ve got you covered. From proper hydration to spicy food, this post shares ideas on keeping your body temperature down without sending your electric bill through the roof. If you’re concerned with the effects of the summer sun (like heat stroke, sun headaches, or feeling dizzy in the heat) we’ve got a list of homeopathic remedies that can help ease the complaints.

No matter the season, first aid kits are important to have on hand. Our staff chose some of their favorite items to add to kits so they are ready to tackle bumps, bruises, burns, cuts, and sore muscles. Check out our top picks for a natural first aid kit with products from Hanna’s Herb Shop. Looking for items to keep on hand for the entire summer and not just on outdoor adventures? Check out this post which shares ideas on keeping healthy for the warmer months with herbs for energy, lung function, tips for the woes of an upset stomach, and more.

Warmer months draw us outside to garden, hike, and enjoy time with others and the great outdoors. We’re ready to use these tips and suggestions to keep ourselves safe and healthy this summer and hope you will as well! If you’re staying indoors to beat the heat for a while this weekend, take a look at our facebook page, follow us on twitter, and find us on Pinterest.