I was surprised to discover that there are certain foods that are prohibited in other countries, assuming they would be unfamiliar to me. However, it was quite astonishing to learn that common foods that are well-known and commonly consumed in the United States are actually banned from being sold in stores in other countries.
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As stated on the Market Realist website, specific flavors of the widely consumed sports drink Gatorade contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which are prohibited for children in countries like Norway and Austria. In the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), these particular Gatorade varieties are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure that Americans enjoy is prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient mashed potatoes.
Although these mashed potatoes may not compare to the comforting taste of real mashed potatoes, they can still serve their purpose. However, a preservative known as BHA prevents them from being sold in the UK and Japan, as reported by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known and popular brand.
Frosted Flakes are considered to be delicious and popular, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited. Market Realist explains that this ban is due to the presence of a preservative called BHT in these cereals, which is also utilized in cosmetics and rubber goods.
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Eating a seemingly harmless and enjoyable snack is generally fine, except when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. These treats are either prohibited or carry strong warnings in certain European Union countries. The main issue, as highlighted by Market Realist, is their inclusion of food dyes that are considered harmful to children, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40. Additionally, the use of palm oil is another factor leading to the limitations or complete prohibition of these snacks.
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Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, as mentioned before. In other European Union countries, Skittles are allowed to be sold, but they must have a warning label.
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries that still permits the use of growth hormones, specifically ractopamine, in the farming practices of raising pigs for meat.
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