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Catnip Lotion Equally Effective as Mosquito Repellent
A study in Uganda found that a homegrown catnip lotion is just as effective at repelling mosquitoes as the artificial chemical Deet. The research could lead to more affordable and natural alternatives for mosquito control.
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The Guardian
Researchers testing a cheap, homegrown oil in Uganda found what cats knew all along – it worked as well as the artificial chemical used globally A homegrown catnip lotion has proven “just as effective as Deet” as a mosquito repellant in trials carried out in Uganda.Catnip, or Ne
2026-07-07 15:17 UTC