02/24/2021
😝 WHY DO I ASK MY CLIENTS FOR A PHOTO OF THEIR TONGUE?
As the only muscle in the body that we can see, the tongue provides us with valuable information that has been used to diagnose and treat dis-ease for 2000+ years with Chinese Medicine. This information allows us to see part of the root cause of the problem in addition to being a useful indicator of its duration and prognosis.
👅TONGUE BODY COLOR
The color tells us about hot and cold influences; a deficiency of Yin, Yang, Qi, or Blood; and how much, if any, stagnation is present.
👅TONGUE COATING
The color, thickness, distribution, and rooting of the coating gives us information about the pathogenic factors present in the body and is related to Stomach Qi. Information on digestive function, hydration status, and microbiome balance can be gathered from the tongue coating.
👅TONGUE MOVEMENTS
When the tongue is extended, we will watch for any movements that may indicate either deficiency or excess depending on the color of the tongue body.
👅TONGUE BODY
The shape gives us useful information to differentiate conditions of excess and deficiency by reflecting the state of the Organs, Qi, and Blood. Any prickles/cracks, tooth marks, tongue sores, and the quality of the vessels on the underside of the tongue will all give us more information about what’s going on physically and emotionally.
And what might “the optimal tongue photo” look like?
✔️ Pale red tongue body, not too swollen or thin
✔️ Coating should be thin, white, and even
✔️ Tongue should be flexible, bright and moist
A client’s disharmony can be a complex of diagnostic tools like a tongue diagnosis, face diagnosis, intake questionaire, and functional lab results.
Your body is infinitely intelligent.
🤓 This is a part of learning its language of communication.
🙋🏽♀️ And of course, if you notice a tongue reading pattern that tracks with how your body feels, be sure to consult a qualified medical professional for support.
x .chloehom
