What does your tongue say about you?

Answer 1

The Importance of Structure and Color The structure of the tongue reflects important characteristics. Practitioners of Zetsu-Shin can draw conclusions about a person's overall strengths and weaknesses from the shape and dimensions of the tongue. Width: + A wide tongue demonstrates balance in both physical and psychological condition. + A narrow tongue suggests average or mediocre physical capabilities that will manifest pronounced strengths and weaknesses. The mental implications of a narrow tongue suggest a quick mind but inclined to a narrow viewpoint + A wider than average tongue belies an undeveloped physical condition with perhaps a tendency to obesity. This person will be more inclined to focus on issues of the mind or psychology. Tip:+ A rounded tip suggests a healthy physical and mental makeup. + A pointed tip demonstrates a stiff or even unbending physical condition. This physical prototype is matched with a Type A personality that perhaps can be overly aggressive to the point of offensive. + A very wide tip reflects physical weakness or poor conditioning. In like fashion, this person may be mentally sloppy, have difficulty focusing and dealing with reality. + A divided tip reflects a divided personality: one that undergoes sudden swings in mood and in opinion. Thickness: + A flat tongue will generally suggest the person has a well balanced and acute mind with great skills of adaptability.

+ A thin tongue reflects a cerebral individual, whose principal interests are intellectual and whose personal attributes are generally pleasant and generous.

+ A thick tongue suggests a physically oriented person, athletic perhaps and certainly competitive with the assertive personality to match. Color: As an indicator of a person's current condition - on a day-by-day basis - the color of the tongue plays a primary role. + Dark red, like a visible infection, demonstrates an inflamed state. Further assumptions that can be drawn from this color are that there may be the presence of ulceration or some other degeneration of the related organ. + White indicates a general stagnation of blood in the related body area, which may include conditions of excessive fat or mucus. Another potential conclusion is that there is a fundamental blood disorder brewing that may lead to anemia or a similar condition. + Yellow indicates a disorder of the liver and gallbladder just as it does when seen in a person's eyes or skin color. It is also an indication of animal fat deposits and/or possible inflammation. This applies especially to the upper digestive tract, the kidneys, liver and pancreas. + Blue or purple indicates stagnation of blood circulation. The conclusion to be drawn from this observation is that there is some sort of serious dysfunction or weak behavior from that portion of gastrointestinal system linked to the portion of the tongue under observation.

Also: 1. Does your tongue have a line down the middle?

2. Does your tongue have teeth marks round the side?

3. Does your tongue have a bright red tip?

4. Is your tongue sore?

5. Does your tongue appear dotted all over?

If you answer yes to a question, it could mean: 1. Weak digestion. You may feel bloated and suffer from gas and indigestion. A strong digestive system is important for nutrient absorption. I would suggest food combining for a eight weeks. Keep meals simple, and eat ingredients that are particularly good for you - brown rice, avocado and tofu. 2. Spleen weakness and nutrient deficiencies. Your spleen is your energy battery and may not be taking up nutrients as effectively as it should. Symptoms can include feeling tired all the time, gassy and bloated. 3. Emotional upset or bodily stress. Either way, you will need B vitamins to calm it all down. 4. Vitamin B6 deficiency, and low niacin and/or iron levels. Drink nettle or dandelion teas and eat foods rich in vitamin B6, including sunflower seeds, brown rice, buckwheat and avocados. 5. Liver stagnation. In western holistic medicine, we think of the liver as the organ of detoxification. When it is overworked, it may perform sluggishly. Foods that support the liver include kohlrabi, broccoli, cauliflower, flax seeds, hemp seeds and sunflower seeds. Nettle and dandelion teas can help, too.