Have you ever stopped to think that the tongue is the first organ that comes into contact with what we ingest daily? Tongue scraping or cleaning, also known as Jihwa Prakshalana, is an Ayurvedic practice dedicated to the elimination of toxins. Toxins are present in our urine, feces, sweat, and also in saliva. According to Ayurveda, toxins also carry emotions and feelings that need to be eliminated. By cleaning our tongue, we remove toxins, prevent bad breath, cleanse our palate (which helps us make healthier choices), increase digestive fire (agni), and improve the digestion process as a whole. Copper has antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties and helps neutralize toxins. This tongue cleaner is made with 99.9% pure copper, has an oval shape that allows it to "embrace" our tongue completely, and has thicker handles for a better grip. CLEANING AND CARE Clean with natural detergent, a soft sponge, and water at room temperature. To enhance the shine, use lemon slices with salt or a copper polish a few times a year. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Do not place it in the dishwasher. Note: As a result of oxidation, the color of any copper object may change, and it is natural for copper to have some "stains." Both are results of the natural properties of copper and mean that it is pure and does not have varnish.