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Vitamin B1 and C are factors in the maintenance of good health.
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Anonymous - June 8, 2006, 21:49
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Can Vitamin Bi be used to make you less prone to Mosquito bites?
ZooScape Moderator - June 14, 2006, 14:52
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Despite anecdotal accounts of its effectiveness, there doesn't seem to be any solid evidence in its favor. Apparently, mosquitoes are repelled by a malodorous substance emitted by human skin after we ingest vitamin B1. This particular substance is not noticeable to humans.
If it is effective, it seems to be agreed upon that a dose upwards of 100 mg per day is required. Studies suggest that three dosages of 25 mg to 50 mg daily are required for adequate protection. The danger in taking large doses of one single vitamin or mineral over an extended period of time is that an increased amount of one sometimes leads to the depletion of another. However, a daily dosage of around 100 mg is not excessive and I don't think it would hurt to take extra B1 prior to an afternoon or evening outdoors - you may indeed find it to be effective like many others!
Although DEET is effective, there are concerns about its safety, particularly in children. I would personally opt for products that contain neem oil, which is a natural substance derived from the neem tree. It is insecticidal and is used effectively in natural garden pesticide formulas as well as mosquito repellants. Catnip oil is another ingredient frequently found in natural insect repellants.
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Take 1 tablet daily with food or as directed by a physician.
Note: For therapeutic use only. For adult use only.
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