"Tongue sex": a novel way for modern young people to socialize. The tongue is the body's natural "physical check-up sheet" and can reflect health status and internal organ function. There are many taste buds on the surface of the tongue that help us distinguish taste and pronunciation.

Observing the shape, color, moisture, etc. of the tongue can determine physical health or potential diseases. Abnormal findings may indicate adverse symptoms.

Thick white tongue coating is usually related to cold and dampness in the body.

Yellow tongue coating may indicate strong liver fire or liver and gallbladder problems. Black tongue coating may be a sign of accumulation of heat toxins or worsening of chronic diseases. A red, thorny tongue may be due to yin deficiency, excessive fire, or insufficient qi and blood.

Strawberry tongue is associated with stomach problems.

Cracked tongue may be related to malnutrition or disease. Ulcerated tongue may be caused by mouth ulcers or other infections.

Keeping your tongue healthy requires maintaining your overall health, especially your spleen and stomach. Avoid bad eating habits, clean your tongue regularly, closely observe changes in your tongue, and check for oral diseases regularly. If any abnormality is found, seek medical treatment promptly.