Scientists have discovered a new abdominal structure called the umbilical sheath, which anchors the remnant of the umbilical cord to deep abdominal tissues and helps determine the shape of your navel ...

At the press of a button, you too can have longer-looking legs. No need to visit some pricey Turkish chop shop to make one’s legs look longer. Cosmetics gurus have devised a much cheaper method of ...

Scientists have discovered a hidden fibrous sheath beneath the belly button that explains why navels stay concave for life.

Like 90% of people, though, I very much have an “innie”. I’d always known that belly buttons in general were a kind of “scar” ...

Your belly button might seem like nothing more than a remnant from your time in the womb, but this small area can actually provide valuable clues about your digestive health and overall wellbeing.

Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO It's important not to ignore a belly button infection, which may be easily treated with a course of antibiotics or antifungal medication. Leaving an ...

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An infected belly button piercing will be swollen and may even cause a fever — here's how to care for your new piercing to avoid infection.

After years of high-waisted pants, bare midriffs have been making their way back into the fashion world, with models and guests at fashion week strutting their abs in low-rise bottoms. It only stands ...

We should all celebrate our bodies exactly as they are – and one woman has been praised for proudly showing off her belly button. TikTok user Chi, who posts under @iam_amakae, regularly shares dance ...