Garlic Is a Secret Weapon Against Mosquitoes, Study Finds Mosquito borne diseases are a major public health concern worldwide, particularly in tropical regions where access to healthcare is limited.
Scientists have been searching for innovative solutions to control mosquito populations, and recent research from Yale University has shed new light on an unlikely ally: garlic.
For centuries, people have reported that garlic repels mosquitoes, but the science behind its effectiveness was unclear until now.