Is Kumkum Good for Health? Separating Myth from Reality
                                
                                
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                                For centuries, traditional kumkum, made from natural ingredients like turmeric and slaked lime, has been an integral part of Hindu rituals, revered for its Ayurvedic properties. However, the health impacts vary drastically depending on its composition, with synthetic commercial variants posing significant risks, distinguishing them from their safe, natural counterparts.