What role does the tongue function play in overall health according to Ayurveda? - #16749

I've been experiencing some weird issues with my tongue for the past few months, and I'm starting to worry that it might be connected to my overall health. Initially, I didn’t pay much attention, but now it’s becoming more noticeable. My tongue feels heavy sometimes, and certain foods feel strange on my tongue—like spicy food burns more than usual, and even normal room-temperature water feels a bit off. I also noticed that my tongue looks different in the mirror—sometimes it’s redder than usual, sometimes it has a white coating, and I even get occasional cracks on the surface. I read somewhere that the tongue function is connected to digestion, speech, and even the body's internal health. Since my digestion has been off lately, could my tongue function be affected because of that? I’ve also noticed my taste buds are not as sharp as they used to be, and I sometimes get a metallic taste in my mouth for no reason. Apart from that, I feel like my speech is slightly affected. I can still talk normally, but there are times when my tongue feels stiff, making it hard to pronounce certain words clearly, especially in the mornings. I also get occasional tingling or numbness, and I’m not sure if it’s related to circulation or nerve issues. I recently came across some Ayurvedic information stating that tongue function is deeply connected to doshas and internal imbalances. I’m curious to know how Ayurveda views the tongue function in relation to digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. Could an imbalanced diet or certain lifestyle habits be affecting my tongue health? Are there specific Ayurvedic remedies or dietary changes I should consider to improve my tongue function? Could my tongue’s appearance be indicating an internal health issue? Also, what Ayurvedic herbs or practices can help restore proper tongue function and bring back my normal sense of taste?