Mosquitos are drawn to heat and as dark clothes absorb more heat than light-coloured ones, you will be at greater risk of bites if you dress in dark colours. The Telegraph comments that mosquitos target victims through smell and are drawn to smelly socks and sweaty feet, rather than freshly washed ones. How to treat mosquito bites If, despite taking precautions, you are still unlucky enough to get bitten by these persistent pests, try the following: Heat up a metal spoon using hot water and press it directly against the bite for a couple of minutes.
Tea tree oil is an anti-inflammatory and can often relieve itching and swelling. It also has antibacterial and anti-viral properties that help prevent infection.
You can repel the bugs as well as control the symptoms of bites using other essential oils too. Although scratching will momentarily relieve the itch, it simply spreads the saliva that causes itching. The body then releases more histamine antibodies and makes the effects worse. Try using ice to relieve the itching and prevent further swelling.
There are several myths about mosquitos that medical research has clarified. The truth is: Mosquitoes are neither attracted nor repelled by food like bananas, marmite, beer or garlic. Mosquitos are greatly attracted to heat and carbon dioxide. This is because large people produce more heat and carbon dioxide than others. Indeed evidence also suggests that size matters: Mosquitoes prefer men to women, adults to children and larger people to smaller people.
First Name. Last Name. ZIP Code. Arrow Exterminators Blog. Beans, Lentils, Tomatoes Beans, lentils and tomatoes are all rich in thiamine, also known as vitamin B1. Grapefruit Grapefruit is a refreshing summertime treat packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. Garlic and Onions Garlic and onions add a savory flavor to any dish — but can also help repel mosquitoes.
Apple Cider Vinegar A shot of apple cider vinegar daily can change the way your sweat smells. Chili Peppers If you can stand a healthy amount of spice, try incorporating chilies to your diet. Lemongrass Lemongrass contains an oil called citronella, a common mosquito repellent. Give Us a Call Have mosquitoes set up shop in your backyard? All Rights Reserved. Under siege by mozzies? Eat a Marmite sarnie!
There are more biting insects than ever this year Share this article Share. Share or comment on this article: There are more biting insects than ever this year but there are tips to keep them away e-mail 1. Bing Site Web Enter search term: Search. Bindi Irwin shares an adorable picture of daughter Grace Warrior, seven months, eating mango with her pet dog Stella the pug Lucifer star Lesley-Ann Brandt had an abortion because she 'wasn't ready' to be a parent and 'that's good enough' Love you bro' Videos show Travis Scott stopping his Astroworld performance to call for help after fan 'passes out' in the crowd Anne Robinson makes low-key exit from Countdown studios after Rachel Riley said of co-star 'no one would describe her as cuddly' in wake of feud Anthea Turner, 61, wows in throwback bikini snaps in Cyprus as star prepares for operation on her fibroids Gossip Girl part two trailer teases the aftermath of Julien and Obie's hook-up Chris Evans steps out for coffee after being overlooked for Sexiest Man of the Year Howard Stern vows to run for president if Donald Trump makes White House bid and says his popularity among listeners means he'd win contest against his former friend Rust electrician who held dying Halyna Hutchins in his arms reveals 'scene did not call for Alec Baldwin to shoot the revolver' as he sues for 'emotional distress' Billie Eilish dances seductively and shows some skin in dreamy new ad for her eponymous perfume Footballer lends his voice to Aldi's Scrooge-themed Christmas ad 'I don't believe in good guys and bad guys': Emily Ratajkowski doesn't want to 'cancel' Robin Thicke and is sure he has 'lots of wonderful things about him' Terrence J 'had his car shot at as he escaped attempted follow-home robbery in Sherman Oaks' Katey Sagal limps around on crutches as she emerges for first time since she was hit by a car while crossing street Nicole Kidman reenacts famous grape smashing scene from I Love Lucy as she embodies Lucille Ball in new trailer for Amazon's Being The Ricardos MAFS UK's Megan Wolfe reveals she received five-page emails explaining why she 'deserved to be dead' after 'cheating' on husband Bob 'We'll still be going!
German Chancellor is awkwardly left hanging by Denmark's Queen Margrethe II Astroworld security guidelines for staff had NO plans for a crowd surge and told them to refer to casualties as 'Smurfs' and NOT 'dead' or 'deceased' Pregnant Danielle Lloyd shows off her bump in a cosy beige jumper as she heads to the hairdressers while awaiting the arrival of her daughter Ariel Winter cuddles up to boyfriend of one year Luke Benward at King Richard screening Femail reveals the women tipped to be in the cast - from a former Miss Jamaica to a 'real estate powerhouse' Emma Weymouth flaunts her sensational physique in a tiny bralet with matching figure-hugging pencil skirt as she glams up at Superdry bash John Cleese 'blacklists' HIMSELF from Cambridge Union talk because of 'woke rules' after students made 'Stalinist' list of banned speakers Little People, Big World stars Jeremy and Audrey Roloff welcome their third child and reveal newborn son is called Radley Knight Susanna Reid claims she's carrying 'an extra couple of stone' and jokes about lockdown weight gain while refusing to let Robert Rinder lift her up Paul Rudd is People's Sexiest Man Alive!
Actor, 52, jokes he is getting business cards made to brag about new title: 'I'm going to lean into it hard' No wonder he's People's Sexiest Man Alive: Paul Rudd, 52, has barely aged a day since he shot to fame in Clueless three decades ago 'I've been pulled and stretched!
I will drop dead': Freddie Mercury's final words revealed in new BBC documentary Joan Collins, 88, exudes elegance in a sparkling black gown as she reunites with her pal Piers Morgan at book launch 'Juicy, caviar camp': House Of Gucci is branded 'an absurdly enjoyable Italian soap opera' in early reviews with Lady Gaga tipped for awards glory Bake Off viewers horrified as Jurgen sneakily serves Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood 'floor sausage rolls' after dropping his creation 'It's a TV show, not the world championships!
Ad Feature A Little means a lot: The personalised jewellery brand beloved by celebs that your friends and family will Woman's boss tells her to stop microwaving beans and eggs for her office breakfast because it's outside Training day! Pippa Middleton cuts a casual figure in leggings and a khaki jacket as she heads to a workout
0コメント