Why You Get Bitten by Mosquitoes More Often Than Others

In fact, it is the natural scent on the skin created by bacteria that attracts mosquitoes.

Have you ever wondered why you get bitten by mosquitoes more than others? Or why you are the only one bitten by mosquitoes when you are in a group of people? This article will explain the reason for what you have been wondering for a long time.

Mosquitoes carry many dangerous pathogens to humans. Photo: CNN.

Mosquito bites are not only annoying and itchy, but they also transmit many diseases such as Zika, malaria, dengue fever, etc. According to Mylifestyle, people who often get bitten by mosquitoes often get the explanation that "your blood is sweet" but this has almost no scientific basis. The real reason may surprise you, it is related to the natural scent on your skin.

Everyone’s skin is covered with a variety of different combinations of bacteria, and they produce chemicals. These chemicals give your skin its scent. Unfortunately, mosquitoes are attracted to you because of your scent.

Some studies also show that mosquitoes are attracted to people who have just finished exercising because the increased body temperature attracts mosquitoes. In addition, some other factors attract mosquitoes, including: Carbon dioxide you exhale, Drinking beer, Lactic acid. Because mosquitoes carry many life-threatening pathogens, preventing mosquito bites is necessary. If you are afraid to use mosquito repellent sprays containing Deet chemicals, you can apply natural methods such as: Apply lemon juice, aloe vera juice, cajeput oil, cinnamon essential oil, lemongrass, mint... to the skin areas that are often bitten by mosquitoes.

According to Ngoisao.net