Doctors weigh in on the pros and cons of navel pulling, an ancient practice that's going viral because of claims it helps with digestion, cramps and more.

On TikTok, people claim putting castor oil in the belly button can help relieve bloating, relieve pain, aid with fat loss, and even promote sleep. It all rests on the idea that castor oil ...

Castor oil packs promise to relieve bloating and pain, and make skin glow. But is this messy DIY practice a real benefit?

TikTok @kayleeull0m “If you know me, you know I can’t live without my magnesium spray [and] castor oil in my belly button,” she said. Using castor oil for navel oiling — or “pulling ...

Here's what they all had to say: Dr. Viktoryia Kazlouskaya, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, said applying castor oil to the belly button isn’t necessarily harmful, but it’s unlikely to ...

While putting castor oil on the belly button might sound unconventional, many people report various potential benefits, from digestive relief to skin hydration. While some stones are easily seen ...

Here's what they all had to say: Dr. Viktoryia Kazlouskaya, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, said applying castor oil to the belly button isn’t necessarily harmful, but it’s unlikely to provide ...