Why Do Some People Get Bitten By Mosquitoes While Some Don't?

Are you the one that always get mosquitoes bite while the people around you don't?

It's not just because your blood is "sweet

• You have Type "O" blood

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If you are a type "O" blood, you are more likely to get bitten by mosquitoes as compared to other blood types. Mosquitoes are less likely to prey on type "A" blood while type "B" blood are kind of in the middle.

• You have been exercising physically

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When you sweat, your body produces a compound called lactic acid and mosquitoes are attracted to lactic acid. Therefore, after an intense workout, your risk of getting attacked by mosquitoes is higher.

Also, after exercising, your body experiences a heat increase due to the raise in body's metabolism rate. A warm temperature place is an even better place for mosquitoes to attack.

• You are wearing Dark-coloured clothing

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Other than smell, mosquitoes also rely on sight to spot their potential target.  Light shades clothing will blend in while dark shades are easier for mosquitoes to spot and land on.

So, these are some reasons why you are more prone to getting mosquitoes as compared to others!
Till then, take care and stay safe!

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