Here’s What Makes Someone A Mosquito Magnet
POSTED ON July 27, 2018 BY Kat Gal

Here’s What Makes Someone A Mosquito Magnet
I went camping recently. I came back with some souvenirs. 31 of them to be exact.
Before you get all jealous, these are not fun little gifts, but souvenirs from mosquitos.
Yup, red, itchy, swollen and annoying mosquito bites.
Why, oh why? Do I have sweet blood?
Turns out it has nothing to do with having a sweet blood.
Here Are 6 Reasons You May Be A Mosquito Magnet
#1. You Are Athletic
Being physically fit comes with lactic acid. Unfortunately, mosquitoes love that.
#2. You Need A Shower
Mosquitoes love sweat and sweet smelling odor. Yup, it’s not your sweet blood, but your sweet sweat.
#3. You Are Pregnant
Pregnant women emit more CO2 than others. This is also something that attracts mosquitoes.
#4. You’ve Been Drinking
Drinking alcohol turns up your metabolism and CO2 output. Mosquitoes love this, especially if it’s beer.
#5. You Are Wearing Dark Or Bright Colors
Mosquitoes love and can be ridiculously attracted to bright and dark colored clothing.
#6. You Have An O Blood Type
Mosquitoes love type O blood more than anything else.

What Can You Do To Keep Mosquitoes Away?
- Shower often
- Wear thicker and lighter clothes
- Use natural bug repellent
- Eat onion, garlic and chili peppers
- Avoid places with too many mosquitos
How To Treat Mosquito Bites Naturally?
- Ice
- Aloe vera
- Honey
- Apple cider vinegar diluted with water at a 1:4 ratio
- Witch hazel
- Baking soda mixed with water
These tips should help you avoid mosquito bites and treat them naturally if you ever come home and you’re itching all over.
Do you have other tips to naturally repel mosquitoes and treat mosquito bites? Share your tips in the comments below!
And remember, we’re in this together.
Kat Gál is a holistic health writer who helps health, wellness, and nutrition businesses to market their products and services through quality online content. She is also a freelance writing mentor teaching wanna-be-freelancers how to make a living writing at freelancewriterschool.com. Reach out if you are looking for amazing blog content at katgalwriter@gmail.com or katgalwriter.com. Visit freelancewriterschool.com for freelance writing tips. Follow me on Instagram @freelancewriterschool and on Facebook at facebook.com/katgalwriter.
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