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Photo courtesy of Lake & Wetland Management<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

One part of the summertime lake lifestyle that\u2019ll never change — <\/span>dealing with mosquitoes<\/span><\/a>. As lake lovers, we\u2019ve all experienced the repercussions of forgetting to apply bug spray and coming home with <\/span>several bites<\/span><\/a>. Whether you choose a classic DEET spray or a natural lotion (as long as it\u2019s <\/span>EPA approved<\/span><\/a>), there\u2019s all different kinds of <\/span>insect repellent remedies<\/span><\/a> that will keep you bite-free this summer. In addition to protecting your body from bites, it\u2019s also helpful to equip yourself with knowledge about these pesky insects. There\u2019s a lot of myths about mosquitoes, and we\u2019re here to clear the air. After all, the more you know, the better you\u2019ll be prepared for the throes of mosquito season. That\u2019s why today on the<\/span> Lake Homes blog<\/span><\/a>, we\u2019re mythbusting mosquitoes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Mosquitoes Don\u2019t Cause Illnesses in the U.S.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Fact: Although not every mosquito carries diseases, infected mosquitoes can spread viruses such as Zika virus, Chikungunya virus, West Nile Virus, and malaria to humans. Although many mosquito-borne viruses aren\u2019t a concern in the U.S., the number of mosquito infections here are on the rise. <\/span>According to the CDC<\/span><\/a>, West Nile virus is one of the most common mosquito-borne illnesses in the U.S. With West Nile virus, <\/span>it\u2019s typical to have no symptoms<\/span><\/a>, and mosquitoes carry this disease in all areas of the U.S. with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Mosquitoes are Attracted to Sweet Blood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You may have joked after a day of getting bitten that mosquitoes must love the taste of your blood. Despite myths that those with O positive blood get bitten more, <\/span>this topic needs further research<\/span><\/a>. More likely, <\/span>it has nothing to do with your blood, but rather your body. <\/span><\/a>Specifically, they are attracted to carbon dioxide that we produce when we breathe, lactic acid that our bodies secrete when we sweat, and our body heat. So, the reason that you get bitten more while doing outdoor activities such as hiking or water skiing is because when your body is active, you\u2019re breathing more heavily, your body temperature increases, and you produce more lactic acid. This, in turn, attracts mosquitoes. As such, it\u2019s very important to remember bug spray when you\u2019ll be active. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Citronella Candles are Effective<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Many people who don\u2019t like the smell of bug spray believe that if they use citronella candles, they\u2019ll be able to repel mosquitoes just as well as DEET. <\/span>However, this is incorrect.<\/span><\/a> Although citronella is a common ingredient in most bug sprays due to its strong smell which deters mosquitoes from human scents, the candle alone isn\u2019t potent enough. Citronella candles are best used in enclosed spaces such as patios where the candle scent is more powerful. Otherwise, it\u2019s essentially useless in mosquito prevention. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: Certain Foods Will Repel or Attract Mosquitoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You may have heard rumors that eating foods like garlic will help repel mosquitoes. However, this myth about mosquitoes is untrue. One retired entomologist, Joseph M. Conlon, told <\/span>CNN<\/span><\/a>, \u201cnothing that you eat affects mosquitoes all that much.\u201d However, the only exception to this rule is with alcohol. <\/span>Research studies<\/span><\/a> suggest that alcohol consumption increases your likelihood in being bitten by mosquitoes. This may be because alcohol consumption increases your body temperature, which in turn attracts mosquitoes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: All Mosquitoes Bite Humans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contrary to this myth about mosquitoes, not all mosquitoes bite humans; only female mosquitoes bite. This is because they require the nutrients in the blood to produce eggs. So while the females are feeding on blood, male mosquitoes only eat plant matter. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope you\u2019ve learned something from this myth-busting session! From our lake house to yours, please remember to wear bug spray this summer. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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