No More Ants in Your Home! Try This Simple Sugar Trick

Instructions:

1. Mix the Ingredients – In a small bowl, combine sugar and baking soda (or borax). The sugar will attract the ants, while the baking soda or borax disrupts their digestive system.
2. Choose Your Method:
   • Dry Method – Sprinkle small amounts of the mixture along ant trails, near entry points, windows, doors, and other areas where ants are present.
   • Paste Method – Add ½ cup of water to the mixture to create a paste. Place small dabs of the paste on bottle caps, jar lids, or shallow containers near ant activity.
3. Let It Work – The ants will be drawn to the sugar and unknowingly ingest the baking soda or borax. They’ll also carry some back to their colony, spreading the mixture to eliminate the entire nest.
4. Monitor and Reapply – Within a few days, you should see a significant reduction in ant activity. If needed, refresh the mixture to maintain its effectiveness.

Why This Method Works:

✔ Attracts and Eliminates – Ants are naturally drawn to sugar, and once they ingest the baking soda or borax, it disrupts their digestive system, leading to their elimination.
✔ Targets the Entire Colony – Worker ants carry the mixture back to the nest, ensuring the queen and other ants are affected, preventing future infestations.
✔ Non-Toxic Alternative – Baking soda is a safer option if you have kids or pets, while borax should be used with caution.
✔ Budget-Friendly – Made with common household items, this method saves you money compared to expensive ant traps or exterminators.

Bonus Prevention Tips to Keep Ants Away:

• Wipe Down Surfaces – Ants leave scent trails for others to follow. Clean counters with vinegar and water to remove them.
• Seal Entry Points – Check for tiny gaps around windows, doors, and pipes. Use caulk or weather stripping to block their access.
• Keep Food Sealed – Store food in airtight containers, especially sweets and grains that attract ants.
• Take Out the Trash – Empty the garbage regularly and keep the area clean.