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Page 1 of 2 Do you know what is a Spanish fly? A fly, originated from Spain? Well, not quite.
Rather, it is a bright green blister beetle from Southern Europe. The fly, or cantharides, is made from dried beetle remains and was earlier used medically as an irritant and diuretic. Spanish fly was once commonly used to encourage livestock to copulate, so it was only natural for people to try it.
Try it for, you ask? Well, if you hadn’t already known, the vivid pictures of dried, crushed and green beetles, which I’ve painted in your mind are no less than an Aphrodisiac! In any case, you did not read wrongly. It is an A P H R O D I S I A C. HOOKED offers you more...
No, don’t rock the house down with Spanish fly yet. Like we didn’t know that, too much of a ‘good’ thing is bad. True enough, Spanish fly is toxic even in tiny amounts, and can cause serious damage to your kidneys and blisters on your genitals. So it is best avoided, and is banned in many countries.
Ok I know that sounded a tab bit too morbid for a topic as stimulating as an Aphrodisiac. But, I guess many of us might have already known what the common ones are already. Hence, yours truly have decided to practice some journalistic duties to hopefully shed some light on this silly fly. Especially amidst all the hype that is synonymously associated with Valentines’ Day and Aphrodisiacs, I’ve got to play the cupid here, you know?
At some point in our lives, or perhaps later in life (for the us who’re still in the big V era!), we would jump on the bandwagon and join in the craze of finding out what can boost our sexual activities to get the house rocking for real. When the time is right for us, it might be a little too late to read up on the next new Aphrodisiac on the list. I mean, it does not hurt to know more now anyway.
And in the most cliché manner of all times, let us take a look at some of the most common ones: (Come on, you might be scavenging for this page of article in no time!)
Asparagus
 Given its phallic shape, asparagus is often enjoyed as an aphrodisiac food. Prepare some boiled or steamed spears for a sensuous experience of a lifetime. The Vegetarian Society suggests "eating asparagus for three days for the most powerful effect".
Almond
A symbol of fertility throughout the ages. The aroma is thought to induce passion in the fairer sex. Try serving Marzipan (almond paste) in shapes of fruits for a special after-dinner treat this Valentine's Day!
Avocado
 The Aztecs called the avocado tree "Ahuacuatl" which translated means "testicle tree". The ancients thought the fruit hanging in pairs on the tree resembled the male's testicles. This is a delicious fruit with a sensuous texture. Serve in slices with a small amount of Balsamic vinegar and freshly ground pepper.
Bananas
The banana flower has a marvelous phallic shape and is responsible for popularity of the banana as an aphrodisiac food. From a more practical standpoint bananas are rich in potassium and B vitamins, necessities for sex hormone production.
Carrots
Eating carrots--believed to be a stimulant to the male. The phallus shaped carrot has been associated with stimulation since ancient times and was used by early Middle Eastern royalty to aid seduction. Perhaps a justification for a plate of Fried Carrot Cake?
Chocolates
Alright, all of us knew this didn't we?
Chocolate contains chemicals thought to effect neurotransmitters in the brain and a related substance to caffeine called theobromine. The secret to more romantic passion is to combine Red wine with Chocolates.
It spells Heavenly!
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