Discover natural mosquito repellents using common household items like lemons, soybean oil, and catnip that protect your family while remaining budget-friendly.

Mosquitoes are not just an annoyance; they can be a serious health hazard, spreading diseases like malaria, dengue, and Zika virus. While store-bought repellents can help, many contain chemicals ...

On the other hand, DIY repellents with natural ingredients may be a bit safer and are good choice for small children around.

THE warm weather is well and truly here but unfortunately that means so are the ants. But don’t worry because a simple trick can banish the pests and nourish your garden at the same time.

In a province full of ticks, researchers at Acadia University have been testing lemongrass essential oil as a natural ...

A new study suggests that increasing temperatures could diminish the effectiveness of natural insect repellents. Researchers found that when exposed to heat, a mosquito pain receptor known as TRPA1 ...

Here’s what does and doesn’t work. Gimmicky repellents don’t work Citronella has been regarded as a “natural” mosquito repellent. But there’s no indication that citronella candles ...

Slice the lemon into thick pieces or cut it in half, then press whole cloves into the flesh of the fruit. The more cloves you add, the stronger the scent will be, making it more effective at keeping ...

Mosquito pain receptors, specifically TRPA1, become less sensitive during extreme heat, reducing the effectiveness of natural insect repellents like citronellal and catnip oil.

Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study. Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective ...