Foods that can help you repel
mosquitoes
The messengers of summer - mosquitoes - are here
already. The annoyance doesn't end with their buzzing, whining, biting and
itching. Recent stats show the number of cases of Chikungunya and Denguegoing much higher,
causing much anguish among people. When indoors, we have ways to control
mosquitoes around us but what about when we are outdoors? One with a
humanitarian bent of mind might even think before hitting them down. So, the
best way out - eat what would repel these pesky flies naturally.
There are foods the smell of which mosquitoes repel naturally. If you
eat them more during summer, chances are you will turn into a mosquito
repellent yourself. Include the following in your diet to do so.
Garlic, Onions
Much infamous for repelling mosquitoes, garlic and onions make you
release a compound called allicin when consumed. Other members of this plant
family, such as shallots and chives, also function the same way. Consume them
raw or add them to your dishes.
Chilli Peppers
If you love chilli, here's your bonus: They repel mosquitoes. They
contain capsaicin, a heat-producing compound that helps repel mosquitoes. Add
them to your favourites and you are good to go.
Lemongrass
This one contains an oil called citronella, a popular bug repellent. You can consume it in your Thai recipes or in soups and curries.
This one contains an oil called citronella, a popular bug repellent. You can consume it in your Thai recipes or in soups and curries.
Beans, Lentils, Tomatoes
These three are grouped together because they all contain thiamine, a
component that makes you release a bug-repelling smell. Flavor your food with
tomatoes and have beans and lentils as sides or as entrees.
20.05.2017
Being
angry, anxious, defeated and depressed are not God's plans for us
Robert E. Baines
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