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Deciphering Health Secrets: What Your Tongue Reveals About Your Well-Being

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  1. Color
  • Pale Tongue: May indicate anemia or a deficiency in vital energy (Qi).
  • Bright Red Tongue: Signifies heat or inflammation in the body, potentially pointing to infections or fever.
  • Purple Tongue: Could suggest circulatory issues, highlighting potential heart or vascular problems.
  1. Coating
  • Thick White Coating: Often a sign of cold or digestive issues, indicating a possible buildup of dampness or phlegm.
  • Yellow Coating: Points towards heat in the body, which could be due to infection or inflammation.
  • Peeling or No Coating: This might reveal a lack of bodily fluids, often seen in chronic conditions.
  1. Texture
  • Smooth Tongue: Lacking in normal bumps (papillae), might indicate nutritional deficiencies, particularly B vitamins and iron.
  • Cracks: Long-term cracks can suggest a Yin deficiency, reflecting an imbalance in body fluids.
  1. Moisture
  • Dry Tongue: An indication of dehydration or excess heat in the body.
  • Overly Wet Tongue: May reveal issues with digestion or a yang deficiency.

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