My Sister in Law Pia sent this to me this morning from the Sunday Times in the UK.

Mosquitos

Vitamin B1 makes your blood bitter and stops mosquitos from biting, ( they can smell it)which could be a good malaria preventative as well

TRAVEL KIT

Ginger: stops nausea and travel sickness. The easiest way to take it is in tincture form. Take 1-2 drops directly under the tongue.
Aloe vera: Aloe Max is a gel from New Zealand that contains chlorophyll to help the skin repair itself after sun damage (£9.99 from the NutriCentre; 0800 587 2290).
Probiotics: will help prevent and treat the dreaded traveller’s tummy. If you buy capsules, make sure they have an enteric coating: this will protect the good bacteria as they pass through your acidic stomach.
Nettle tea: an excellent liver tonic, this simple brew will not only help your recovery when you’ve overindulged, but is also effective against allergies such as hay fever.
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP): beats jet lag by boosting levels of serotonin, the mood-controlling hormone produced in the brain that is a precursor to the manufacture of melatonin, which regulates the body clock. It won’t work straightaway, so start taking it two weeks before your departure date.
Echinacea cream: accelerates wound-healing and is excellent for serious sunburn.
Arnica 3c: if you take nothing else, makes sure you pack this homeopathic remedy. It can reduce bleeding, inflammation and bruising. It is also effective against jet lag.
Citronella, eucalyptus or lavender oils: stop insects biting: dilute 10-20 drops in an egg cup of almond base oil and apply

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