A study has shown that mosquitoes bite people with O blood group more often. This is because they are attracted to chemicals and bacteria present on the skin, which differ according to the blood type.

You may find more cases of mosquito bites during summer and there is a reason for this. When we sweat in summer, our body releases lactic acid and ammonia, which attracts mosquitoes. So, the more we sweat, the more likely we are to be bitten by a mosquito.

Interestingly, the color of your clothes also plays a role. Mosquitoes prefer dark-colored clothes, especially black and purple. Wearing light-colored clothes can help reduce the chances of mosquito bites.

Another thing that attracts mosquitoes to humans is carbon dioxide. When we exhale we release carbon dioxide and mosquitoes have special sensors that detect it. Female mosquitoes, in particular, use this scent to locate humans. Because older people and people who are more physically active exhale more carbon dioxide, they may be bitten more often by mosquitoes.

So the myth that mosquitoes bite people who eat sweets more has been proven wrong. They are attracted by a combination of factors including blood type, body odor, sweat, color of clothing and carbon dioxide. To avoid mosquito bites, you can easily protect yourself by wearing light clothing, staying cool to reduce sweating.