Skip to content
The Ayurveda Tradition Of Tongue Scraping - Plastic Free Amsterdam

The Ayurveda Tradition Of Tongue Scraping

on

Do you want to feel fresher, eat healthier and perhaps even improve your mental health? If so, then you’re in the right place! 

ANCIENT AYURVEDA TRADITION 

According to the Chakra Samhita, an ancient Ayurveda medical text, cleaning our tongues can have multiple physical and mental health benefits. Ayurveda practitioners value oral health so highly, that they have even been known to examine the mouth first when evaluating the health of the entire body.

Ayurveda is considered to be one of the oldest healing sciences, originating in India over 5,000 years ago. Often referred to as the ‘Mother of all healing’ or “The Science of Life’, Ayurveda is the inspiration behind Homeopathy which is now popular all over the world. Its practices originate from a focus on balance, prevention and the mind/body connection. According to Ayurveda, our balance can be thrown off by physical and emotional stressors, such as food choices, seasons and relationships. 

MODERN MEDICINE 

Western medicine also emphasises the importance of balance for oral health, acknowledging that it can be easily upset by hot drinks and let’s face it, who doesn’t need a coffee in the morning? There is a delicate balance of over 600 microbes in the mouth at any one time, some of which are essential to maintaining our oral health. However, when the oral balance is thrown off, harmful microbes may take over, which can result in a ‘furry tongue’ and bad breath. 

THE BENEFITS OF TONGUE SCRAPING

  • Improves the sensitivity of the receptors and the communication of flavours to the mind
  • Able to taste spices better and enjoy your food even more
  • You may need less salt and sugar in your food leading to a healthier diet
  • Improves mood as chemicals released from food like dark chocolate (mmm…) take effect faster
  • Balances microbes in the mouth 
  • Prevents diseases and infection 
  • No bad breath (and maybe more friends!)
  • Restore natural balance
  • Promotes self care and self love

According to Ayurveda, traditionally tongue scrapers should be made of gold, silver, brass or copper and, more commonly used in modern medicine, stainless steel. That is why we have a choice between copper or stainless steel at the Plastic Free Co. so you can make the choice that’s best for you. We hope you reap all the benefits of tongue scraping if you do decide to try it, just remember to eat chocolate too! 

 

Sources:

https://www.ayurveda.com/resources/articles/ayurveda-a-brief-introduction-and-guide

https://chopra.com/articles/the-benefits-of-tongue-scraping

    Leave your thought here

    Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.

    Related Posts

    How to Make DIY Homemade All-Purpose Surface Cleaner
    March 12, 2024
    How to Make DIY Homemade All-Purpose Surface Cleaner

    Read More
    DIY Shower Steamer
    March 11, 2024
    DIY Shower Steamer

    Looking to transform your daily shower into a spa-like retreat? Learn how to make these super easy DIY shower steamer...

    Read More
    Drawer Title
    Get a 10% Discount

    Subscribe to our newsletter and receive a 10% discount on your first purchase! You'll receive updates on new arrivals, sales, exclusive content, and more straight to your inbox!

    Similar Products