Erica Garza

Los Angeles

Author and Freelance Entertainment Writer at Freelance

Author of GETTING OFF, Essays @TIME @VICE @GlamourMag @GoodHealth @TheCut @Salon @BUST_Magazine @GoodHouseMag

Articles

America's 6 Most Common Bedroom Fantasies

1 week ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. Have you ever had a fantasy that you had no interest in fulfilling in your actual intimate life? For example, I have a good friend who fantasizes about her husband cheating on her when he’s away on business trips. “I don’t want him to cheat on me in real life,” she assures me. “But sometimes, when we’re intimate, I pretend he’s thinking about this other woman because he likes her more.
What Morning Arousals Reveal About Your Health

3 weeks ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBAUnlike morning breath and bedhead, you might not mind waking up with an arousal. But why do guys get morning arousals? And what do morning arousal say about your health? Despite what you might think, morning arousals isn’t usually the result of steamy dreams.
How Effective Is Cialis (& How Much Does It Cost)?

1 month ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza |Erica Garza

This article was reviewed by Martin Miner, MD. Cialis, which contains the active ingredient tadalafil, is one of the most popular medications for ED. It belongs to a class of drugs known as phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors, the same class as Viagra (sildenafil).
Is There a Such Thing As a Normal Level of Desire in the Bedroom?

1 month ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

Many men seek medical advice when their drive is too low, but can a libido ever be too high? If you came here wondering “Why is my drive so high all of a sudden?”, know that it’s completely normal for your libido to rise and fall throughout your life. Hormonal fluctuations, changes in medications, and even new lifestyle habits can all impact your desire to have intimacy — no matter what age you are.
I was a female porn addict for nearly 20 years

1 month ago | dailymail.co.uk | Erica Garza

The first time I saw porn, I was around 12 years old, having stumbled across it while watching late-night cable TV. Sadly, the widespread availability of online pornography now means many young people can easily view it at such a tender age. But even in the Nineties you could get your hands on it if you wanted. And in my teenage years, it quickly became a compulsion. I'd sneak downstairs when my parents were asleep to tune in to those cable shows.
6 Tips for Dating a Woman with High Libido

1 month ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This article was edited by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. We often hear less about it, but high drive in women can happen just like it does in men. Matching drives in a couple are about as rare as simultaneous arousals — wonderful when they align but pretty uncommon. The longer you’re with your partner, the more likely it is that you’ll encounter times where your desire doesn’t sync up. In some relationships, it’s the woman who experiences a higher drive. And it’s perfectly normal.
Why Do I Have to Be Drunk to Be Intimate?

2 months ago | hims.com | Erica Garza

Ever ask yourself, “Why do I get horny when I drink?” Or, maybe you’re only horny when drunk? Perhaps the idea of sober sex seems scary to you or maybe even impossible? If so, you’re not alone. For many years, this was the reality for Tawny Lara, also known as “The Sober Sexpert” and author of Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze.
12 Foods to Eat Before Getting Intimate

2 months ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Between sleepy food comas after a big meal and the regret-inducing bloat of the occasional overindulgence, most of us don’t associate the sensation of a full stomach with arousal or stamina. But some foods, eaten in moderation, may have benefits (hello, aphrodisiac foods).
Can Olive Oil & Lemon Juice Help With Bedroom Issues?

2 months ago | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown, MD, MBA. We’ve heard some pretty out-there “cures” for ED over the years, but olive oil and lemon juice is in a category of its own. Nevertheless, some modest scientific research suggests that this classic combination could offer more than just flavor.
4 Ways to Make Condoms More Effective

Dec 28, 2024 | mediafeed.org | Erica Garza

This story was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Wearing a condom is a great way to prevent pregnancy and the only option for protecting against STIs and STDs (besides abstinence). But they’re not foolproof. Just how effective are condoms? According to Planned Parenthood, with perfect and consistent use, condoms are around 98 percent effective. But perfection is a big ask — condoms can and do fail. In real life, with regular use, condoms are closer to 87 percent effective.