Better Homes and Gardens - July 2011 issue - Page 138

3,500 the number of species of pesky mosquitoes found worldwide. Cover up!

Bug bites, begone

Camping, fishing, gardening--it's all good outdoor fun until someone gets bit by a mosquito, wasp, or bee. This year, put down the ice cube and calm that whopper of a sting with heat. The Therapik, a handheld tool approved by the FDA, neutralizes itching or pain with 20-30 seconds of concentrated heat.

Increased temperature to the bite deactivates the venom (most insect venom is thermolabile, or heat-sensitive) and cuts down on the swelling. $13; therapik.com

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