Direct and proven connections between tongue scraping and female hormones still needs to be further studied. However, there are a few indirect ways that they might be related:
1. Oral health and hormonal balance:
Hormonal changes can affect oral health and the composition of bacteria in the mouth. During different phases of the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause, hormonal fluctuations can lead to changes in oral bacteria and tongue coating. While tongue scraping can help remove this coating, it doesn't directly affect hormone levels.
2. Traditional medicine perspectives:
In Ayurvedic medicine, tongue scraping (jihwa prakshalana) is believed to support overall health, including hormonal balance. However, these claims aren't supported by modern scientific research.
3. Oral microbiome:
The mouth's bacterial ecosystem may have subtle interactions with the endocrine system, but research in this area is still emerging and any effects of tongue scraping on hormones through this pathway would be speculative.
For reliable information about female hormonal health, I'd recommend consulting with a healthcare provider who can provide personalized medical advice based on current research.