TCM Recipes

Black Hairy Tongue: A Guide to Tongue Discoloration

Black Hairy Tongue: LI4, ST44, LR2, CV12, ST36

Black hairy tongue, Tongue discoloration

This recipe uses LI4 to clear heat, ST44 to clear heat, LR2 to clear liver heat, CV12 to regulate digestion, and ST36 to boost Qi. It addresses black hairy tongue. Contraindications: Use caution with CV12 in abdominal conditions.

In BioCoherence, find the recipes in Analyze > Body > TCM Points maps.

BioCoherence Meditation

As you continue to settle into your meditation, focus on the balance and harmony within your body, particularly concerning the issue of a black hairy tongue and its associated discomforts.

Visualize the acupuncture points that will aid in this healing process. First, locate LI4, found on the back of your hand, in the webbing between your thumb and index finger. This point helps to clear excess heat, promoting a sense of relief and calmness throughout your body.

Next, turn your attention to ST44, located on the top of your foot, between the second and third toes, just before the webbing. This point also works to clear heat, further supporting your body's natural ability to restore balance.

Now, focus on LR2, situated on the top of your foot, between the first and second toes. This point is vital for clearing liver heat, allowing for improved emotional balance and a soothing effect on the overall system.

Bring your awareness to CV12, located on your abdomen, midway between your navel and the base of your sternum. This point regulates digestion, helping to harmonize your internal processes. However, approach this point with caution if you experience any abdominal discomfort.

Lastly, connect with ST36, found on your lower leg, about four finger widths below your knee cap and one finger width to the outside of your shinbone. This vital point boosts your Qi, energizing your body and enhancing your overall vitality.

As you visualize these points, imagine warm, healing light flowing into each one, clearing away any heat or discomfort associated with the black hairy tongue. Feel this warmth radiating throughout your body, soothing your organs and harmonizing your digestive system.

Take a deep breath in, allowing this healing energy to fill you, and exhale any tension or discomfort. With each breath, imagine your tongue returning to its normal state, vibrant and healthy, reflecting your inner balance.

Continue to breathe deeply, feeling the effects of these points harmonizing your body, mind, and spirit. Trust in the natural healing process as you visualize your tongue and overall health transforming into a state of perfect harmony. Allow this feeling to expand throughout your entire being, nurturing every part of you.