January 17, 2022

Spanish Fly – Dangerous or Aphrodisiac?

What is Spanish Fly?

Spanish Fly is the name of an insect that contains sexually stimulating properties when taken orally. These insects have been used in alternative medicine in China for more than 2,000 years to treat sexual disorders. The extract of the Spanish Fly contains the substance cantharidin, which causes an increase in sexual desire. However, when too much cantharidin is ingested, it can be extremely dangerous or even fatal; in very small amounts, it can promote an erection.

Due to the myth surrounding it, many different types are available for sale on the internet. It is very unlikely that these products actually contain the dangerous substance ‘cantharidin’. Most variants found on the web are a mixture of natural herbs that can cause a mild burning sensation in the genitals.

If you ever come across a product that claims to contain ‘cantharidin’, stay far away from it!

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The origin of the Spanish Fly

Approximately 1,500 species of beetles around the world are capable of producing cantharidin. These beetles cannot bite or sting but can be extremely dangerous when accidentally, or in some cases intentionally, ingested. If an animal encounters this beetle and takes a bite of it, it quickly learns never to do so again. The cantharidin in this beetle causes extremely painful blisters in the mouth and will shortly thereafter cause organ failure.

A very strange story about cantharidin poisoning comes from a group of friends who went fishing. One of the fishermen had the good idea that he could attract more fish if he smeared a small amount of cantharidin on his hook. He put some of the substance together with water in a bottle and began shaking it while using his thumb to keep the bottle closed. A few minutes later, he pricked himself with his fishing hook and then sucked on his painful thumb, not knowing that traces of the deadly mixture were still on it. Within an hour, he began vomiting violently, after which he was rushed to the hospital. Once there, the heart palpitations began and only a few hours later the man survived.

There are countless horror stories circulating on the internet. However, nowadays you do not have to fear that you will die after using it. The extremely toxic cantharidin is (in most cases) no longer used and is replaced by natural herbs that increase libido.

How is Spanish Fly used?

Spanish Fly can be taken by mixing a few drops (5 to 7) with a glass of water. A few drops are enough to increase your libido. Make sure you never exceed the maximum recommended amount.

Effect of Spanish Fly

Nowadays, most products sold as Spanish Fly contain the substance L-arginine. This substance causes the blood vessels leading to the genitals to widen. This increases the sensitivity of the genitals and makes the erection stronger.

Where can I buy Spanish Fly?

Nowadays, there are numerous online stores offering Spanish Fly. On major marketplaces such as Bol and Amazon, there are also plenty of companies offering these products. If you want to use it, make sure you order it from an online store that has a quality mark such as “Trustedshops”. This way, you can be sure that you are ordering a high-quality product.

Alternatives to Spanish Fly

Do you still not feel completely comfortable using Spanish Fly after reading the above? You can find various alternatives in our webshop. All our products are 100% natural and contain only a mixture of different herbs. The effects of, for example, the Viagra alternative are also characteristic of the effects of Spanish Fly

Does Spanish Fly work for men and women?

Yes, it works for both men and women. For men, the effect is that the erection will become stronger. For women, the product is often used as an aphrodisiac.

Ingredients of Spanish Fly

In the past, the active substance was mainly ‘Cantharidin’. As mentioned above, this is extremely dangerous and difficult to dose. This is the reason why Spanish Fly nowadays only contains L-Arginine and Vitamin C.