Tongue scraping isn’t just about fresh breath—it’s one of the simplest habits you can add to support your overall health. Overnight, your tongue collects bacteria, toxins, and buildup that can affect your oral microbiome. When you scrape it off first thing in the morning, you’re removing that layer instead of swallowing it back into your system. Why does this matter? Because oral health is directly connected to inflammation throughout the body. High inflammation levels don’t just affect your gum