You may not even know it, but for these reasons, mosquitoes bite more!

 

Mosquitoes often bother you when you go to the park.

Mosquitoes often bother you when you go to the park.  But has it ever happened to you that the person who is with you in the park is not bitten by mosquitoes but you have got a lot of marks on your body.  Do you know the reason behind this?  Why do mosquitoes target certain people?

Let's find out what is the reason behind this and also special tips to avoid it

Metabolic rate

Your metabolism is a complex subject.  But it is based on the carbon dioxide released by our body.  The smell of carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes to humans.  The female mosquito detects the smell of carbon dioxide through its 'sensing organs'.  According to one study, pregnant women emit 20 percent more carbon dioxide than normal humans.  This makes mosquitoes more likely to bite them.

Skin bacteria

Did you know that your skin contains many types of bacteria?  These bacteria can invite mosquitoes to come near you.  A recent study claims that mosquitoes are more common in people with certain types of bacteria.

Blood type

Mosquitoes are more attracted to people of 'O' blood type than normal blood type.  People with 'A' blood type are more likely to be bitten after that.

Light colored clothing

Mosquitoes are often seen near the ground.  They use smell and sight to reach you.  So go out wearing light colored clothes if possible.  So as to reduce the chances of mosquito bites.

Mosquitoes attract sweat and lactic acid from your body.  So, whenever you go out for exercise, take a bath as soon as possible after coming home.  Also, use pesticides around you before starting a workout.

Don't drink beer

According to one study, mosquitoes also like the blood of beer drinkers.  So either avoid drinking beer or keep the fan on at the party.  Mosquitoes cannot fly in strong winds.