Chinese Medicine - The Tongue Matters

Traditional Chinese Medicine usually distinguishes the tongue in three major areas, called Upper Jao (tip of the tongue), Middle Jao (center of the tongue) and Lower Jao (back of the tongue).

Green Areas: sides of the tongue. Liver and detoxification system. Changes can indicate high toxicity levels. Darkening can reveal pain and discomfort.

Red and Grey Areas: tip of the tongue. Heart and functions of nervous and immune system. Can indicate colds, the flu, sleep issues, and issues in the mental state.

Yellow Area: center or the tongue. Spleen. Changes can reveal digestive or absorption issues.

Orange Area: back of the tongue. Kidney. Signs can indicate problems in the urinary, reproductive, and elimination systems, as well as adrenal issues or back issues.