Tongue Scraping
A Cleansing ritual for Health
How to do it:
Standing in front of a mirror, scrape your tongue by simply holding the two ends of the scraper, or by the handle, depending on the kind you have.
in both hands, sticking out your tongue, and placing the scraper as far back on the tongue as possible.
With firm but gentle pressure, scrape the surface of your tongue in one long stroke.
Rinse the scraper and repeat until your tongue feels clean and is free of coating. 3-5x
Why do it:
A tongue scraper is a long, thin, flat piece of metal that is bent in a "U" shape, or on a handle. This Ayurvedic daily routine for maintaining oral health can be done on a regular basis, in the morning upon rising, and on an empty stomach. When we sleep, our digestive system remains awake, removing toxins from our body by depositing them onto the surface of our tongue. This ritual can lead to a boost in immunity and improved digestive health.
When to do it:
Morning, Evening
How long it takes:
<2 mins
Materials Optional:
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Optional: Pen, Paper