4) Supplement with a natural repellent. If the mosquitos are out in force, you can add another layer of protection by making your own repellent. Try this recipe, by David Wolfe – it uses only two ingredients! He recommends crushing fresh parsley with apple cider vinegar and leaving to sit for a few hours. Or you can try these recipes which use a simple mixture of olive oil and essential oils, the scent of which is known to deter bugs. Be sure to dilute the essential oils so that they’re safe to use on your skin, and follow the usage instructions carefully – essential oils are not right for everyone.
5) Stop giving mosquitos a home. Pediatric Insider explains that mosquitos breed in standing water, so try to empty any empty flowerpots, birdbaths or gutters that might be proving an ideal breeding place. Mosquitos don’t venture too far from their homes, so if they can’t breed in your backyard, chances are you’ll see a lot less of them.
To summarize, there are many ways to repel mosquitos and you don’t have to put harsh chemicals on your skin to do it. Try using natural bug sprays and being aware of where mosquitos are breeding around your home, and of course, dose up on that Vitamin B1! It is a safe and naturally-occurring part of a healthy diet, so you’ll notice other great health benefits too.
Note that if you are traveling somewhere with risk of malaria, yellow fever, or other serious diseases carried by mosquitos, you should consult your doctor to discuss more stringent ways to deter mosquitos. However, if you’re looking for a healthy, toxin-free way of deterring mosquitos and it is safe to risk an occasional bite, stock up on Vitamin B1 – it’s a healthy alternative.