Is talc powder safe to consume?
                                
                                
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                                While the FDA has traditionally rated food-grade talc as "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) for use in specific, limited applications, experts have recently raised concerns regarding its safety in food and drug supplies. The critical difference lies in the talc's purity, as naturally occurring talc is often mined alongside asbestos, a known carcinogen.