"Unraveling the Mystery of Mosquito Magnetism: Tips to Outsmart the Pesky Bugs"
A new video by the American Chemical Society explains why some people are more attractive to mosquitoes than others. Research has found that people with higher levels of carboxylic acids on their skin, specifically pentadecanoic, heptadecanoic, and nonadecanoic acids, are more likely to be bitten. These acids are associated with the intake of dairy fat and are found in fat and vegetable oils. Additionally, the type and volume of bacteria on the skin can increase the chance of mosquito bites. Other factors that make individuals more attractive to mosquitoes include exercise, sweat production, carbon dioxide emission, pregnancy, genetics, and blood type. To avoid mosquito bites, experts recommend wearing bug repellent, covering exposed areas, and using topical treatments for itch relief.
