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Food Moths:An Effective Treatment To Get Rid Of Them.

Food Moths:An Effective Treatment To Get Rid Of Them.

Food moths have invaded your food and you don't know what to do?

Don't Panic!

Yes, it's disgusting... but you can avoid it.

There is an effective way to get rid of this scourge.

You need some bay leaf to repel food moths.

Food Moths:An Effective Treatment To Get Rid Of Them.

Contents
  • What is a food moth?
  • How to eliminate them?
  • 3 preventive actions

What is a food moth?

Food moths are butterfly larvae that infest food.

Most of the time, they come from foodstuffs purchased in bulk on which they feed, such as sugar, chocolate, cereals or dried fruits.

They can also come from outside, since food moths metamorphose into moths as adults.

How to eliminate them?

Moths, I have already had to deal with them and I assure you that it is a real nightmare. When you come across them, you must immediately eliminate them or it is guaranteed food cataclysm.

To get rid of these critters, I have a few little tricks that work pretty well.

When food moths infest food, do not try to save it:it goes straight to the trash!

But we must not stop there. To eliminate larvae permanently, there are still a few little things to know.

3 preventive actions

1. Foods at risk should be stored in airtight containers to protect them in case of further invasion.

2. Next, the cupboards must be cleaned with white vinegar or steam to eliminate the remaining larvae, not forgetting any spot.

3. Finally, I also give you one last little tip:scatter bay leaves in the cupboards. Moths hate the scent that this plant gives off. They will therefore not come to settle in your home!