The whole thing started about two years ago. An undergrad's only-in-a-biology-lab idea—sampling colleague's navel bacteria for a holiday card—struck a chord with the North Carolina State University ...

Castor oil may not reduce bloating or improve digestion when applied to the belly button. Some believe navel pulling with castor oil enhances vitality and digestion, but evidence is limited. Patch ...

We love a good glow-up. Whether it’s our favourite celeb’s “post-baby bounce-back” or an influencer’s body transformation reveal, we’re quick to double-tap the flat stomachs and hourglass curves. The ...

Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc, operates a private practice in Santa Monica where he specializes in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and integrative medicine. Castor oil may not reduce bloating or improve ...