How should I store my supplements?
Short answerKeep most supplements in a cool, dry, dark place with the lid tight — not a humid bathroom. Some, like fish oil and certain NMN products, do best refrigerated, and heat can degrade them in transit. Keep desiccant packs in, mind expiry dates, and store out of reach of children.
Proper storage protects both potency and safety. Light, heat, air and humidity are the enemies.
General rules
- Cool, dry, dark: a cupboard beats a steamy bathroom cabinet.
- Lid tight and keep the desiccant pack inside to control moisture.
- Mind expiry dates and don't decant into unlabelled containers.
Special cases
- Fish oil: refrigerate to slow oxidation (some freeze it).
- NMN: heat-sensitive — a reviewer worried about a bottle that "arrived very hot." Store cool; refrigeration is a safe bet.
- Fresh royal jelly: keep refrigerated.
And always store supplements out of reach of children.
This information is educational and is not medical advice. Dietary supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and these statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplement, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a health condition.
What people actually say
Real, unedited voices from Reddit communities and verified Amazon.com reviews — cited, not paraphrased.
“It was delivered without being kept cold and arrived very hot. I'm not sure if it's still in good condition.”