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The long-held belief that specific tastes are confined to certain areas of the tongue is a myth, debunked by decades of research. The original 1901 study by David Hanig, often misinterpreted, actually measured sensitivity rather than segregation of tastes. Taste receptors are not limited to the tongue but are also found in various organs throughout the body, playing a complex role in signaling the brain about nutrients and toxins.
AI and 3D imaging have revealed that the surface of each person's tongue, with its unique papillae patterns, is distinct. By analyzing over two thousand detailed scans from fifteen individuals, AI models were able to predict personal characteristics such as age and gender with up to 85% accuracy based on tongue features. This breakthrough has implications for personalized food development, early oral cancer diagnosis, and a deeper understanding of taste and touch variations. The research highlights the intricate biological uniqueness of the human tongue and opens doors to numerous health and culinary applications.
The upcoming football simulation game, Madden NFL 24, has included an Easter egg featuring Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' distinctive tongue protrusion. Screenshots posted on Twitter show that the game accurately portrays Mahomes' habit of poking his tongue through his teeth while playing. Researchers have suggested that tongue protrusions may improve hand movements, and Madden developer EA Sports seems to have taken this into consideration. Madden NFL 24 will be officially released on August 18 for PC and consoles.
An Ohio man's tongue turned green and hairy due to a rare side effect of smoking tobacco and taking antibiotics. The condition, known as hairy tongue, is characterized by an abnormal coating on the top surface of the tongue caused by a buildup of dead skin cells. Smoking and antibiotics can contribute to the accumulation of bacteria and plaque, leading to this condition. Hairy tongue affects about 13 percent of Americans and is usually harmless and temporary. The man's tongue returned to normal after six months, despite continuing to smoke. Good oral hygiene, including brushing the tongue, can help prevent hairy tongue.
A doctor from Canada has revealed that the color, size, coating, and agility of your tongue can reveal a lot about your health. A red and smooth tongue could indicate a nutritional deficiency, while a white coating that doesn't go away could be a sign of an infection or a plaque called leukoplakia. A dry mouth could be an early sign of an autoimmune disease, and canker sores that don't go away could be an early sign of cancer. Paying attention to how you move your tongue can help you catch a neurological disorder early on.
This article provides a recipe and technique for cooking and serving tongue as an elegant appetizer. The tongue is cooked in a deep pan with water for 3-3.5 hours, then peeled and cubed. The cubed tongue is then sautéed with onion, chicken soup, and potato starch to make a sauce, which is served over mashed potatoes or celery root. Zucchini strips can be added for decoration. One tongue can serve 12-14 appetizers.
NHS surgeon Dr Karan Raj has shared five exercises to help alleviate snoring, which affects millions of people every night. The exercises involve moving the tongue and throat muscles to tone them up, so they don't flap around or collapse when sleeping. These exercises are called 'myofunctional therapy' or 'oropharyngeal exercise'. Dr Raj recommends doing these exercises regularly to reduce snoring. Other medical professionals have also shared their advice on social media to help snorers. NHS treatments for snoring include devices, chin straps, nasal dilators, and surgery.