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We use talcum powder more in the summer season because it provides relief from sweat and itching. Talcum powder is also used on the elderly and children. There is often a debate on talcum powder that it contains cancer-promoting elements. As you know, talcum powder is widely used. But it is advisable to be careful about it.
Talcum powder increases the risk of ovarian cancer. Talc particles can pass through the reproductive system and cause inflammation and damage to the ovaries.
This research also found that women who work in pulp and paper factories have an increased risk of ovarian cancer due to exposure to talc.
Women in particular should use less talcum powder as it increases the risk of cancer. Instead of talcum powder, you can use alternative products such as cornstarch-based powder.
The company has started using cornstarch based baby powder instead of talc, but the health department says that talc increases the risk of cancer, so caution needs to be taken.