Why do mosquitoes bite some people more than others?

Advertisement

Did you notice the mosquito focused entirely on you instead of a dozen people standing all around you? Well it has more to do with you and less to do with mosquitoes having bad aim.

According to experts, there are certain elements at play, be it chemistry of the body or the environmental aspect that attracts the mosquitos to you.

Let’s break down the key elements which contribute to why you are the favorite choice for mosquitos to bite.

It is about the gas that we breathe. If we emit higher levels of Carbon dioxide (CO2), like pregnant women and adults with larger bodies do, then the mosquitoes are easily drawn to you.

The skin sweat and the natural bacteria of your body produces odors which can make the mosquito more inquisitive.

Advertisement

Your body heat produced due to a vigorous work-out or due to the prevailing climate can lure in the mosquitoes.

It seems like a lot of factors are responsible like the genetics of your body; it has been proven that individuals can be genetically susceptible.

In fact, even wearing clothes that are in dark color would make you appear easily noticeable to the insects.

Prevention against Mosquitoes – To ward off the sting of these annoying insects you should: use a mosquito repellent, wear long light colored clothing to cover your body, get rid of the standing water in and around your vicinity, and even opt for mosquito nets while you are sleeping.

Also read: Do Mangoes Really Cause Pimples? Here’s What Experts Say

Advertisement