This article was originally published on mentalfloss.com as Yes, You Need to Clean Your Belly Button-Here's the Best Way to Do It. Haphazardly dragging a soapy washcloth or loofah over your abdomen ...

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.

Leaving a belly button infection untreated can lead to more serious complications, including sepsis, a life-threatening blood ...

When it comes to body parts, the belly button doesn’t usually get much attention. Yet this often-overlooked little spot is a treasure trove of interesting details. Whether you've got an innie or an ...

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.

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

If you see a dark line on your belly during pregnancy, it's nothing to worry about. It's called the linea nigra and will ...

Scientists have discovered a new abdominal structure called the umbilical sheath, which anchors the remnant of the umbilical ...