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Flies, cockroaches, mosquitoes, lizards ... These intruders sometimes come unannounced and incrust in our daily lives. Rather than pulling out the heavy artillery of chemicals, why not rely on a solution that is as natural as it is effective? An unsuspected ally is hiding in your kitchen: garlic.
Yes, you read it right. This little fragrant bulb, a star of simmered dishes, can also become your secret weapon against invaders. Here’s how to use it to make your home a peaceful refuge, “without danger to your health or that of your loved ones. ”
Why does garlic repulse pests?
The effectiveness of garlic is based on a well-known component: allicin, a stingy-smelling sulfur compound. The latter greatly disturbs the sensory system of insects and rodents. Where we simply smell strong, the pests perceive “an alert signal. ”
Result? Flies, mosquitoes, rats or lizards flee. Using garlic in targeted preparations, you create a natural, harmless olfactory barrier for humans and domestic animals.
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