The dirtiest part of your body is your belly button (via Public Library of Science). People with innie belly buttons instead of outies tend to harbor more germs in the dimple in their midsection. Reader's Digest Canada explained that part of the reason is that water runs over it during a shower because of its location and position. Because it's more challenging to clean, your belly button hosts a variety of bacteria, making it your least clean area. Glenner Richardson, MD, director of microbiology and analytical chemistry laboratories at Microban, told The Healthy, "The belly button harbors a high population of bacteria. It is largely inaccessible, so it remains dirty even after showering."
Dr. Richardson noted that sometimes the mix of germs like staph, strep, and others in your belly button could emit a noxious odor. Reader's Digest suggested you regularly clean your navel using a cotton swab with warm water and soap, especially if you notice a smell. If you have more issues with your belly button, be sure to bring it up to your doctor.
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