Mosquitoes more attracted to beer drinkers: study

It might be nice enough to enjoy a pint outside in your part of Canada, but news that mosquitoes are likely to target people with beer in their systems might make you re-think enjoying your favorite patio.

Or at least apply some bug repellent before you head out.

A study, conducted by scientists at the IRD Research Centre in France, shows that insects are 15 per cent more likely to fly toward humans after they have consumed a pint.

The researchers write in Plos One that one possible explanation is, "Mosquitoes may have evolved preferences for people who recently consumed beer - possibly due to reduced host defensive behaviours or highly-nutritious blood-meals." More... http://ca.news.yahoo.com/blogs/daily-buzz/mosquitoes-more-attracted-beer-drinkers-study-200654377.html

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Competitive Fleet of 7. Winds ranging from 12 knots to 15 knots with a few gust reaching 20 knots. Lots of spinnaker work and some beating. It was a tight parade at the end. Not many seconds between each boat. Borderline dominated from the start. All of the other positions were in question a few times during the race.

1st Borderline
2nd Raven
3rd Kite
4th Black Knight
5th Oberge
6th Grand Cru
7th Fogger

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