Summer is the season of sunshine, pool days, and backyard cookouts — but it’s also peak time for hidden toxin exposures.
From hormone-disrupting sunscreens to microplastics in your water bottle and harsh bug sprays, the choices you make during these hotter months can quietly add to your toxic burden. Over time, these low-level exposures are linked to hormone imbalances, fatigue, immune challenges, and even long-term disease.
The good news? You can still soak up the season and minimize toxins with no drastic overhaul needed. Below are 6 expert-approved summer swaps, plus some clean product recommendations to shop today.
Choose Mineral Sunscreen Over Chemical Sprays
Most chemical sunscreens contain oxybenzone and avobenzone, which can disrupt hormones and harm marine life.
Swap it: Use a mineral-based sunscreen made with non-nano zinc oxide.
⭐ We recommend: Ogee Sculpted Face Stick SPF 40 — a clean, EWG-approved mineral sunscreen + primer.
Marinate Before You Grill
Grilling meat at high temperatures creates HCAs and PAHs — compounds linked to inflammation and cancer.
Swap it: Marinate meats with antioxidant-rich herbs like rosemary or thyme to cut harmful compounds by up to 90%. Add grilled veggies and organic berries for cleaner sides and desserts.
Don’t Sweat It: Switch to a Non-Toxic Deodorant
Conventional deodorants and antiperspirants often contain aluminum, parabens, and synthetic fragrances (all linked to hormone disruption and potential health risks).
Swap it: Choose a natural deodorant free of aluminum and artificial scents.
⭐ We recommend: Wellnesse Deodorant — clean, effective, and safe for daily use.
Ditch Plastic Storage
Heat causes plastics to release microplastics and endocrine disruptors into your food and drinks, a risk that rises in summer.
Swap it: Replace single-use plastic bags and containers with glass storage jars, stainless steel lunchboxes, or silicone snack bags. For hydration, carry a stainless steel or glass water bottle to stay cool and toxin-free.
Use Plant-Based Bug Repellent
DEET may work, but it’s also a neurotoxin that can irritate the skin and nervous system. Safer botanical options keep pests away without harsh chemicals.
Swap it: Look for repellents with lemon eucalyptus, citronella, or geranium. Always patch-test before use.
Rinse Off Chlorine
Chlorinated pools can leave skin-damaging chloramines behind.
Swap it: Shower right after swimming and use a vitamin C spray to neutralize chlorine. If you own a pool, consider switching to a saltwater system.
Why Toxin-Free Choices Matter
Hot weather and seasonal products can combine to create a perfect storm of exposures that tax your body’s detox systems. At MDLifespan, we help identify and eliminate toxins through science-backed testing and our proprietary PlasmaXchange Protocol — removing microplastics, PFAS, heavy metals, and more directly from your bloodstream.
📖 Download our free guide: “Get MDL Clean” for year-round toxin-reduction tips.
🩺 Or book a free physician consult to discover what’s really in your body — and how to clear it.
Jessica Rafaeil is a journalist and wellness writer specializing in therapeutic plasma exchange, sleep, nutrition, and alternative medicine. With over eight years of experience covering health trends, she has contributed to publications such as US Black Engineer and IT, Women of Color, Hispanic Engineer, Digital Journal, and Sway’s Universe. Jessica combines journalism with branding expertise to elevate the voices of health-focused brands while advocating for diversity and inclusion in media.
