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Tongue is considered an important indicator of the health of our body. A healthy tongue usually appears light pink. But if white coating often appears on its surface, returns even after cleaning or other symptoms are associated, then it may be a sign of some changes taking place in the body.
in many cases vitamin deficiency, dehydration, digestive problems, oral hygiene, Fungal Infection (Oral Thrush) Or Lifestyle Factors There may be reasons behind this.

Role of vitamins in possible causes

white tongue in some cases Vitamin B-Complexespecially Vitamin B12 And Folic Acid is added due to the lack of. Their deficiency can affect the body’s cell regeneration process, oral tissue health and immunity.
moreover, Vitamin C also lack of oral health & immunity Affects.

Remember: Vitamin deficiency cannot be concluded just by seeing a white tongue — proper testing is necessary.

Other common causes of white tongue

• Drinking less water (Dehydration)
• poor oral hygiene
• Excessive tea-coffee, smoking or alcohol consumption
• Stomach/digestive system problems, acidity
• mouth breathing during night sleep
• Fungal infection (oral thrush)
• Effect of antibiotics or steroid drugs

Vitamin-Rich Food Sources

Vitamin B12

• milk, curd, cheese
• egg, fish, chicken
• fortified cereal
• nutritional yeast

Folate (Vitamin B9)

• Green leafy vegetables (spinach, fenugreek)
• pulses, gram, kidney beans
• avocado, beetroot, banana

Vitamin C

• Amla, Orange, Lemon, Kiwi
• Guava, Papaya, Capsicum

Strictly vegetarian people can choose supplements or fortified foods for B12 support as per doctor’s advice.

General home care

• Increase water intake to 2–3 times a day
• Clean gently with tongue cleaner
• Include yogurt or probiotic foods
• Stay away from sweets, fried foods and smoking
• Do not overuse mouthwash

When to contact a doctor?

• The condition persists for more than 1–2 weeks
• there is pain, burning, odor, wounds, or swelling
• have trouble swallowing food or speaking
• Feeling a recurring thick coating
• Other problems to immunity may appear

White tongue can often be associated with simple causes, but if persistent it can also be a sign of vitamin deficiency, digestive problems, or infection. Right diet, adequate amount of water, good oral hygiene and medical consultation if necessary – this is the best way.