The Embodied Man: Finding Authentic Power Within: May 27-29th

The world needs more humble and powerful men. Here’s a controversial statement: it’s not easy being a man these days. Outdated models of masculinity — the “strong, silent man” — exist on one side, out of tune and out of touch with history and the times. Perhaps...

Letter from Marco – COVID-19

Dear friends, colleagues and patients, The Mandala Clinic is encouraging all of our patients and clients to stay home to both guard their own health and that of the community.  We will be actively in communication with you to know when our clinic hours get back to...

Playing the Long Game

Playing the Long Game By Marco Chung-Shu Lam, L.Ac., MSOM   In the ancient traditions of Chinese medicine, much thought and practice has gone into the cultivation of longevity.  Longevity is the ultimate long game. This article will support you in moving smoothly and...

Four Ways Coffee Damages Your Training Regimen

Four Ways Coffee Damages Your Training Regimen Long-term gains are sacrificed for short-term goals with coffee. Here’s why. I know this going to raise the hackles of some my biohacking friends and competitive athlete clients who love their bulletproof coffee. I,...

Keep moving to keep it moving

Keep moving to keep it moving  4/28/2004 by Marco Lam, L.Ac. (editorials@boulderweekly.com) Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in the United States and the cause of an estimated 2.5 million doctor visits each year. Americans spend...

Infertility

Infertility  2/12/2005 by Marco Lam, L.Ac. We are all so busy. We sometimes put off the most important things in life to just deal with those that are most urgent. For many woman and families, one of the most important passages of life is getting pregnant and entering...

Ephedra: Helpful or Harmful?

Ephedra: Helpful or Harmful?  4/21/2004 by Marco Lam, L.Ac. Many of my patients have asked me about Ephedra in the last couple of months and wanted to know if it was dangerous. The FDA put a consumer warning on Ephedra products after numerous consumers reported...

Chinese Medicine and Periodontal Gum Disease

Chinese Medicine and Periodontal Gum Disease  11/1/2006 by Marco Lam, L.Ac. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, “Periodontal (gum) diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis, are serious infections that, left untreated, can lead to tooth loss....

Boulder Acupuncture

Boulder Acupuncture In the Western world, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been popularized by acupuncture, which is the practice of inserting tiny needles into the skin of the patient. However, acupuncture is but only one of the four TCM healing modalities. TCM...