Dispelling the Buzz- Unraveling Myths Around Mosquito Repellents
Mosquitoes have had a long and distinct history with the human race. Like human civilization it too has evolved and adapted causing many diseases, the deadliest of them being Malaria. From the Greeks to the Romans and Egyptian all ancient civilizations have dreaded this tiny killer. People have tried to find different methods to deal with this problem over the centuries, which have led to a lot of misconceptions and myths when it comes to controlling mosquitoes . Myth #1 — Bug Zappers Prevent Mosquito Bites Bug zappers have been popular for quite some time. While they do kill some mosquitoes, the majority insects that are also caught in it are beneficial for the nature like beetles and moths. Often times, mosquitoes completely ignore bug zappers. They are more drawn to body heat and the scent of human blood. Myth #2 — Citronella candles Citronella candles have been in use for over a 100 years to keep mosquitoes away from outdoor gatherings. There is not much evidenc...