Summer is here, and it's time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors But one of the few spoilers to the good times can be the never-welcome mosquito.
According to Dr. Clifford Bassett, medical director of Allergy and Asthma Care of New York, "One insect can spot you 150 feet away and actually zone in on you."
So here's a little info to help you understand and avoid mosquitos so they don't ruin your summer fun.
Why are they attracted to us? Apparently, there are around 400 compounds in our skin that mosquitos find attractive. Carbon dioxide in our breath, sweat, perfumes, and more.
Plus - I didn't know this one - pregnant women can get more than their share of attention due to exhaling more carbon dioxide than others.
On the other hand, some folks' bodies create natural repellents. It's the luck of the draw which one you are.
So what can you do to avoid the flying biters? You can use the repellents you see in the stores like DEET, or try an organic insect repellent.
Additionally, keep a fan blowing on you to keep the bugs from landing on you. If they can't land, they can't bite :)
Happy Summer!
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