With the erratic weather conditions like this, mosquitoes can be rampant with ease. But there is a very natural surefire way to avoid mosquito bites. Mosquitoes should be shunned because these insects can carry diseases that threaten human life such as malaria and encephalitis.
1. Eating garlic
Garlic has long been rumored to repel mosquitoes, but there are not many studies that support the claim. Garlic does have some health benefits thanks to antioxidants called allicin which serves to smell and taste. Pure garlic oil when applied to the skin will be able to repel mosquitoes for about 20 minutes but the smell is quite pungent.
2. Lemongrass
A study found that the mosquito repellent made from lemongrass can keep you from mosquito bites for 20 minutes or less.
3. Burn a candle
According to Conlon, you can use citronella candles or torches for patio decorating because they smoke will make the mosquitoes away, Conlon said.
4. Covering the skin with a long dress
CDC recommends that you wear long-sleeved shirt, pants, hats and shoes that are closed to cover the edges of your skin is exposed.
5. Vitamin B
Ate doses of 75-150 milligrams of vitamin B-1 (thiamine) per day, a little can change your scent that makes the mosquitoes away.
6. Throw away the water is not used
Any pond or standing water around your home or yard can quickly become a place for mosquitoes to thrive.
7. Eucalyptus oil
Eucalyptus oil as "a very good mosquito repellent" with a 40 percent concentration will ward off mosquitoes and ticks. However, this product is not recommended for children under 3 years of age although this does not mean because of toxicity, but children under 3 is adequately protected by other means such as appropriate dress in children.
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