Spanish Fly

Our Guide to Spanish Fly

Aphrodisiacs have been around for millennia, and probably the most famous one of them all is Spanish Fly. The big questions surrounding Spanish Fly is whether it actually works and whether it is actually safe. In today's piece we will look into these questions and provide answers for them. Before we get into that however, we will give you a brief introduction to Spanish Fly and what it is.

Contrary to its name, Spanish Fly isn't actually made from flies that originate from Spain. Instead, it is made from the ground up bodies of dead beetles. The latin name for these beetles is Lytta Vesicatoira, but they are more commonly referred to as blister beetles (you'll see why later). It was used for centuries as an aphrodisiac and as a sexual aid as it both increased erection strength and numbed the penis, the combination of which allowed for prolong intercourse (it was often given to a groom on the night of his wedding so as to allow them to impress their new wife!). This all sounds well and good, but in reality, it isn't. In the next section we shall look at how safe (or unsafe) Spanish Fly is and what effects it may cause if used both externally or internally.

It is here where you'll learn about the name 'blister' beetle and why it is so apt where Spanish Fly is concerned. The active ingredient in Spanish Fly is called Cantharidin, which is an extremely potent blistering agent/irritant. Place a drop or two of it on your skin and you'll see just how harmful it can be. Knowing how dangerous Spanish Fly can be externally, you'll be shocked to find out that it was often consumed orally to increase its effects. Originally it was used on animals to induce copulation, however one day someone decided to try it and for centuries after human continued to ingest it regardless of the myriad of negative health effects it can have. But what are these side effects? Here are just a few...

Kidney damage/failure: Your kidneys are your body's front-line purger. If there is anything harmful in your system then it is the job of your kidneys to flush it out and remove it. It damages your kidneys by inducing urinary tract inflammation which then spreads throughout your body. It is extremely difficult for your kidneys to deal with the toxicity levels of Cantharidin therefore it can cause some serious side effects and potentially even kidney failure.

Vision problems: Some people who taken Spanish Fly have experienced eye problems. Some felt a burning sensation behind their eyes, whereas other simply had blurred or 'yellowed' vision. Either way, these are all horrendous side effects.

Death: Yes, Spanish Fly can be fatal. It is a seriously toxic substance that could end your days here on Earth. What is in it that is dangerous? Spanish Fly contains a miniscule amount of a toxin called Strychinine, which can kill you extremely rapidly if it is taken in larger quantities or if you're hyper-sensitive to it. 'Why would anyone take something knowing it might kill them?' you may be wondering, and I have no answer to that I'm afraid.

After reading all of the above information I am sure you are thinking 'Why on earth would anyone take Spanish Fly?'. A prudent question, indeed. Nowadays it would be absolute folly to do so. With the availability of literature and research on these effects in addition to the number of pharmaceutical and natural alternatives, it is crazy to think anyone would risk taking Spanish Fly. Perhaps they're a risk taker. Perhaps they like the fact it's banned across the globe. Either way, despite the fact that it can induce prolonged tumescence, we 100% advise you to stay away from Spanish Fly if you're seeking an aphrodisiac.

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