(janulla/Getty Images) There's a small fatty gland that sits behind your sternum and is often said to be 'useless' in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Does the human body contain any truly useless parts? Arguably, yes — but they might not be the ones you assume. Some body parts, ...

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For years, the thymus was considered an insignificant remnant from prehistoric times. However, new studies point to its significant role in the health of the immune system. For decades, one of the ...

While it is possible to survive without the appendix, the organ helps maintain gut health by protecting the gut microbiome, ...

An unsung appendage in the female body, which has long been considered useless, may actually be essential for ovary development and fertility, a new mouse study finds. This structure, called the rete ...