Mosquito Magnet No More : That's You

PAGASA predict that it’s going to rain till December. And since the rainy months have arrived and as we bring out our raincoats, boots and umbrellas while relaxing against the pitter patter of rain, we also embrace the mosquitoes that seem to have befriended our arms and legs. Yes, these insects may be tiny but they can really be annoying, not to mention deadly. In fact, mosquito-borne diseases like malaria and dengue have already resulted in the deaths of millions of people around the world.

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So going out your arm yourself with a raincoat, ready to face the rain and the mosquitoes. As you see your colleagues wearing shirts and shorts, you break into a

Smile, knowing that these pesky bugs will attack them and not you. Yet, the mosquitoes seem to have a different course- feasting on your hands while your shirt-wearing colleagues remain mosquito-free.  As you whack the flying biters making a big, red mark on your hand, you begin to question: What did I do wrong? Why did the mosquitoes attack me and steered clear of my colleagues? Am I a mosquito magnet?

Experts have shown that yes, there is a thing as a mosquito magnet. Studies have shown that one in 10 people may be more attractive than others to mosquitoes. It turns out that genetics does not only play a part in illnesses we may acquire but also in catching the attention of mosquitoes.

Let us count the ways

1. Having high cholesterol may attract more mosquitoes.

Studies have shown that certain elements in our body chemistry may be the culprit.   Individuals with high concentrations of steroids or cholesterol on their skin surface, for instance, may attract mosquitoes.   This does not mean that mosquitoes will only attack people with high cholesterol; rather experts explain that these individuals process their cholesterol better than those with lower cholesterol levels, thus leaving the byproducts on the skin’s surface.

2.  People with high levels of uric acid attract bugs

In addition, experts say that people carrying extra amounts of acid like uric acid may also draw in mosquitoes.  The presence of these chemicals on individuals makes them an easy prey to bug bites.

3. Mosquitoes go crazy over pregnant women

Pregnant women tend to exhale larger amounts of carbon dioxide.  Mosquitoes are attracted to carbon dioxide and can smell it from a distance of up to 50 meters. This is why pregnant women and other individuals who release large amounts of carbon dioxide attract mosquitoes.

4.  Sweat, movement and heat attract mosquitoes

When people exercise, they exhale more carbon dioxide.  They also sweat more. Unfortunately, mosquitoes are attracted to the scent of sweat.  The combination of sweat, carbon dioxide, plus a person’s movement and body heat make him or her a good target for mosquitoes.  This explains why active children often come home with mosquito bites on their bodies

DON'T be a mosquito magnet: learn how to prevent mosquitoes from being attracted to you. Sweat, movement, and heat attract mosquitoes--so whenever you and your kids are outdoors, especially when exercising or playing, be sure to put on Green Cross Insect Repellent Lotion; it's clinically proven to keep away day-biting and night-biting dengue-lamok. It's hypoallergenic, safe on skin, and provides anti-bacterial protection.

Handy Solutions

Since genetics cannot be altered, we might as well be equipped with the best defense- mosquito repellents.

Insect-repellent lotion prevents mosquitoes from biting exposed areas of the skin where it is applied. It can be used indoors and outdoors, during the day or through the night.

Dengue-carrying mosquitoes are no long limited to day-biters. Thus, there is a need to level up your protection.

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With the new Green Cross Insect Repellent Lotion, our family can have peace of mind all day and all night- no more mosquito magnets.