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If you're a mosquito magnet, then you'll know the absolute frustration of walking around with itchy red bumps on your legs for days.

And the rest of your family and friends? Not even a mark… SMH.

Well, thankfully we might soon get answers as to why the bugs are attracted to certain people.

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British researchers are conducting an in-depth examination on the matter using… socks.

Yep, the scientists are collecting worn (and smelly) socks from 200 sets of identical and non-identical twins with the aim of finding out what role human genetics plays in the process of getting a mosquito bite.

According to Cosmo, the researchers are going to place the socks in a wind tunnel with the mosquitos to try to break down natural repellent and natural attractive odours.

Lead researcher, James Logan told Scientific American: “We know very little about the genetics of what makes us attractive to mosquitoes.

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"We hope this study will give us more insights into the mechanisms that help change our body odours to make us more or less attractive to mosquitos.

"If we can identify important genes, perhaps we could develop a pill or medication that would allow the body to produce natural repellents to keep mosquitoes away.”

Now, wouldn't that be nice.

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If you have ever had a mosquito bite you will know just how much the itch can drive you crazy. If you are heading away this summer keep these six natural remedies to that awful bite in mind.

Aloe Vera
Seriously, this plant has a multitude of health benefits. Simply apply the gel directly to the infected area and it will help with the healing process.

Teabag
Press a cold teabag onto the bite to cool the area and stop the itch.

Toothpaste
Just as you would do to get rid of a pimple, dab a little peppermint toothpaste over the area and it will relieve the itch.

Garlic
Rub a little garlic onto the area and while it may sting slightly, it will give you some much needed relief.

Banana peel
Rub the inside of the banana peel over the area to relieve the itch.

Spoon
Run hot water over a spoon and press into the infected area. Careful though, as it may burn a little.

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