Mosquito bites are unpleasant and can cause diseases such as dengue, Zika and chikungunya, which can compromise health and well-being, so it’s important to apply a repellent to protect against these diseases.
A good option is to use natural repellents daily, invest in plants that keep insects away, and foods containing vitamin B1 that, when ingested, cause the body to release substances that keep mosquitoes away.
- One way to repel insects is to consume foods rich in vitamin B1.
- Such as pork.
- Sunflower seeds or Brazil nuts.
- Is an excellent alternative to natural repellents.
- Especially for people allergic to insect bites and industrialized repellents.
- But in any case it is also convenient to use a natural topical repellent.
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Another way to ensure vitamin B1 intake is to use a vitamin supplement guided by a nutritionist.
Another natural repellent option, to apply to the skin, are the essential oils of lemongrass, copaiba and andiroba.
These oils should be used in conjunction with a diet rich in vitamin B1 to scare off mosquitoes and can be used in children older than 2 months and pregnant women, without harming health. It is recommended to apply these oils often enough to be effective, as essential oils evaporate very quickly.
Lemongrass candles and potted plants that have more intense odors, such as mint, rosemary or basil, as well as being used to season food, also help keep mosquitoes away, so always having potted plants at home with natural repellents can help keep Aedes Aegypti away, protecting against diseases.
The use of these natural repellents is a great strategy to keep mosquitoes away, without causing environmental damage or health problems, and can even replace the use of industrialized insecticides commonly used to control mosquitoes.and other insects inside the house.
There are patches of lemongrass for sale in pharmacies, drugstores and the Internet, which are placed on baby clothes, in the stroller or in the crib to keep insects away, are safe to use and do not harm the environment, these adhesives protect an area approximately 1 meter away and last about 8 hours, but it is good to check the packaging of each product as it can vary from brand to brand.
Another option is to use a repellent bracelet containing essential oils that keep mosquitoes away, work in the same way as adhesives, last up to 30 days and can be used by people of all ages, including babies, however, it must be taken into account, because their effectiveness is less than that of chemical repellents.
Find out which industrial repellents are approved by ANVISA.