That little dent in the middle of your stomach isn’t just a quirky reminder of your time in the womb, it’s potentially one of the most bacteria-packed spots on your entire body. Your belly button is ...

The rounded midsection that many people dismiss as a cosmetic concern carries far more serious implications than appearance alone. Abdominal fat, particularly the deep visceral variety that surrounds ...

If your waist measures 35 or more inches for women or 40 or more inches for men, chances are youâ re harboring a potentially dangerous amount of abdominal fat. (Chiara Zarmati/The New York Times) -- ...

Belly button infections can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening condition, if untreated. Symptoms of an infection include redness, tenderness, pain, swelling, and possible discharge. Newborns with ...

Haphazardly dragging a soapy washcloth or loofah over your abdomen might be good enough to clean the surface of your skin-but properly cleaning your belly button calls for a little extra care and ...

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