Your guide to a sting-free summer.
It’s certainly not pleasant, but without an overly sensitive reaction, most adults can handle up to 10 stings per pound of bodyweight without major consequences. Any more than that andas they try to rid your body of damaged cell tissue.
The amount of venom an insect injects determines how painful a sting is, and it can vary depending on the species. But whether you run into a bee or a wasp, you’re probably better off with no sting at all.The easiest and most effective way of avoiding stings is keeping your distance from nests, colonies, and swarms. If you happen to stumble upon one, walk swiftly and calmly in the opposite direction. This will prevent you from further riling up the insects.
If a swarm attacks you, run as fast as you can away from it, and preferably toward people who may be able to help. By removing yourself from the immediate vicinity, you may be able to prove to the insects that you’re not a threat and they’re more likely to leave you alone. However, if you are dealing with one or two stinging insects buzzing around your head, don’t freak out. Chances are, the bee, wasp, or hornet is just investigating to assess the threat. If you swat at it or violently jerk from side to side, you may be indicating you’re trouble, and encouraging the insect to sting.
Hiding in plain sight is also a good idea. For this, Schmidt recommends you keep still and hold your breath.Because most insects get cues from smells in the air, when you hold your breath for 10, 30, or even 50 seconds, they will no longer detect your presence. This will very likely result in bees and wasps leaving you in peace.
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