How Do You Naturally Repel Mosquitos?
All insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides are damaging to nervous systems. Avoid harmful, toxic chemicals like DEET in mosquito repellants. Choose a safer, natural approach to handle pests this summer. This holistic health tip is brought to you by the Director of a Health and Wellness Detox Diet Retreat in North Carolina. When choosing a mosquito repellant, look for a brand with the active ingredient of citronella oil instead of the chemical DEET. I just purchased a bottle of Buzz Away that contains Citronella Oil, essential oils, purified water, grain alcohol, and castor oil. Also, mosquitos typically live very close to where they were born and they are born in standing water. So, look around your yard and eliminate any pools of stagnant water that may breed mosquitos and you will reduce the number of these pests around your home. Lastly, if you are going to be out during “feeding time” in the evenings, wear lightweight long sleeved garments and pants to reduce the opportunity for
