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Natural itch remedies

Lemon slices
Lemon slices
Itchiness can drive you nuts, especially if you're hot or trying to sleep.
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Although scratching the affected area might offer immediate relief, it'll only cause more inflammation, which makes it itch even more.

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Even worse, if you scratch the bite until it bleeds, opening the skin with your dirty fingernails can put you at risk for an infection.

Many of these are folk remedies used in the holistic community with little to no scientific evidence to back them up, but then again, many people swear these work.

Instead of just suffering, it may be worth giving them a try.

If you're a magnet for mosquito bites, here are some healthy ways to relieve that annoying itch.

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  • Alcohol:
  • Lemon or lime juice:
  • Ice:
  • Baking soda:
  • Tea tree oil:
  • Toothpaste:
  • Salt:
  • Aloe:
  • Apple cider vinegar:
  • Banana peel:
  • Saliva:
  • Slapping:
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