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the smell of carbon dioxide
Mosquitoes bite more during sleep at night because at this time humans release the most carbon dioxide. The smell of carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes quickly. Apart from this, mosquitoes are also attracted by lactic acid, uric acid and ammonia.
dark color
People like to wear dark coloured clothes. Mosquitoes are often more attracted to colours like black, blue and navy blue.
people who speak less
Mosquitoes bite people who speak less and remain quiet more because they also release more carbon dioxide by remaining silent.
Body odor
Mosquitoes are also attracted to body odor. People who have excessive body odor or who use a lot of perfume are also more likely to be bitten by mosquitoes.
What to do to protect yourself from mosquitoes?
Wear full-sleeved clothes – Wearing full-sleeved clothes can prevent mosquito bites, especially when you are in an open space like a park or anywhere outdoors.
Do not allow waterlogging- Rainy season is going on, these days there is a problem of waterlogging. So do not allow water to accumulate in empty pots, boxes or containers around you. If it is full, empty it immediately.
Cleaning of cooler- If you have a cooler in your house, clean the cooler from time to time. Keep changing its water and make it safe by adding medicine to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in it.
Mosquito repellent cream- There are many such creams available in the market which you can apply when going out. Instead of buying the cream yourself, try to use it on the advice of a doctor.
What to do if bitten by a mosquito?
Take care of your immunity- For this, eat green vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. The most important thing is that you cook and wash whatever you eat.
Drink herbal tea – You can make it at home. Add ginger, black pepper, cloves, cinnamon and basil leaves, boil it well and drink 1 cup daily for a few days.