Why we bite mosquitoes and how to fight it

some people mosquitoes "Love" more than others. There are several reasons.

They follow your breath

We inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. A mosquito just looking for their goal of "loop" of carbon dioxide, which comes from the human or animal body.

The greater the man, the more carbon dioxide he exhales. In part this is why mosquitoes bite children not as often as adults.

When you move, the loop breaks. During running you breathe a lot of carbon dioxide, but it is still behind you. If the insect will fly up to you, then it is unlikely you will catch up.

Alternatively, you can find a windy place or turn fan. Cloud of gas will evaporate, and the mosquitoes will be more difficult to find you.

They are attracted by the smell and taste of your skin

The skin of people a little bit different in smell and taste. Some mosquito species prefer the flavors associated with certain genetic characteristics. In addition, each of us live on the skin of different bacteria: This also affects the insects preference.

Scientists say that a mosquito will bite you if you have a certain blood group more likely or you have recently used the alcohol. But a lot depends on the type of insect: many of these studies were carried out on the Anopheles mosquitoes - that is, not those who usually are found in Russia and CIS countries.

However, many mosquitoes flying to lactic acid, which is contained in sweat. So if you're going into the woods for a picnic, it is better to go to the shower and grab a wet wipes to wipe the skin, if necessary.

The reaction to the bites depends on the characteristics of the immune system

The fact that the mosquito bites on your skin itch more than the other person, does not mean that you no longer bitten. Probably, your body just reacts to them more.

Itching from the bite - it's your reaction the immune system. In fact, any person has allergy to mosquito saliva. Someone she is stronger, someone - less. From time to time the intensity of the allergic reaction can even change.

Therefore, if you are severely bitten, try to take some medicine against allergies. Most likely, this will help.