Insect Repellents

Before you crack open the anti-insect sprays, first think about all the non-toxic things you can do to keep them away - David Suzuki Foundation

Insect Repellents
Insect Repellents

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How to Choose Insect Repellents

Encountering wildlife outdoors can be a profound experience. Encounters with buzzy, creepy crawly creatures, though, move us in other ways: to swat, to mutter, to slather. And, as the number of diseases and the range of pests that transmit them grow, choosing and using insect repellents wisely is more important than ever. That said, it can be confusing figuring out which methods are most effective at repelling insects while minimizing our own exposure to chemicals we might want to avoid.

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  How to Choose Insect Repellents

Encountering wildlife outdoors can be a profound experience. Encounters with buzzy, creepy crawly creatures, though, move us in other ways: to swat, to mutter, to slather. And, as the number of diseases and the range of pests that transmit them grow, choosing and using insect repellents wisely is more important than ever.

Natural Insect Repellents

While bug repellents can go a long way towards fending off insects, some of them aren’t very effective or may not be doing your health any favors. Check out this guide of common bug repellents to help fend off annoying and potentially disease-causing bugs.

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You'll find lots of valuable information here about insect repellents, including facts and “urban legends,” along with what scientists and medical professionals say about repellents. Finally, there’s information to help you select the right repellent and learn to apply it properly.

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