1. You See: Strawberry Red Tongue
Possible meaning: A vitamin deficiency
A glossy, bright red tongue may signal low levels of vitamin B12 or iron.
“These vitamins help mature the papillae—the tiny bumps on your tongue,” explains Naomi Ramer, DDS, Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at Mount Sinai Hospital. When papillae shrink or disappear, the tongue may look extra smooth and red.
