Meet Sheryl Lamb: Stirring Up Honest Conversations About Sex & Intimacy

Meet Sheryl Lamb, nurse practitioner turned self-published author of Now We’re Cooking: An Appetizing Conversation About Sex and Intimacy. Inspired by years in clinical practice, she blends science, storytelling, and savory metaphors to make conversations about sex, dopamine, and connection feel approachable - not awkward. Originally written for adults 50+, this flavorful guide serves up insight for anyone ready to deepen intimacy and enhance overall wellbeing.

There’s a new voice in self-publishing—and she’s bringing both clinical insight and creativity to the table.

Now We're Cooking: An Appetizing Conversation About Sex and Intimacy is the debut work of Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Sheryl Lamb, whose decade in clinical practice inspired a bold realization: people are hungry for real, approachable conversations about sex.

Originally written with the 50+ community in mind, Sheryl discovered during her writing journey that adults of all ages crave clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to intimacy. So she plated her message in a way that feels warm—not awkward. Food becomes the metaphor. Intimacy becomes the recipe.

Why This Conversation Matters

Research consistently shows that healthy sexual expression and emotional intimacy are linked to overall wellbeing. According to the National Institutes of Health and the Cleveland Clinic, sexual activity can stimulate neurotransmitters such as dopamine (associated with pleasure and reward), along with oxytocin and endorphins—chemicals that support bonding, stress reduction, and mood regulation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also emphasizes that healthy relationships contribute positively to mental and emotional health.

Sheryl breaks down complex ideas—like how dopamine influences pleasure—in ways anyone can understand. She even explores how substances such as THC interact with the brain’s reward system. Scientifically, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can increase dopamine activity, which may enhance pleasure and sensory experience. However, reputable medical sources caution that excessive or long-term THC use may carry risks, including cognitive effects, dependency potential, and mental health impacts. As with any substance, legality and health considerations vary, and consultation with a qualified provider is essential.

In true Sheryl fashion, even neuroscience becomes digestible.

Not Explicit, Just Honest

This book isn’t pornographic. It’s playful, practical, and empowering. Early readers are already applying her “Yummy Bites” to rekindle passion and deepen connection.

Among her favorite chapters:

• The Main Ingredient

• First Course

• Real Men Eat Meat and…

Each chapter invites readers to rethink intimacy—not as taboo, but as a vital ingredient in a thriving life.

A Journey of Healing

For nearly thirty years, Sheryl has been committed to helping others become the best version of themselves. Now We’re Cooking extends that mission beyond the clinic and into the living room—into marriages, partnerships, and private self-discovery.

Because intimacy, like cooking, is both science and art.

And when done well?

It nourishes the whole person.