I was surprised to discover that certain foods, which are commonly consumed in the United States, are actually prohibited in other countries. I initially assumed that these banned foods would be unfamiliar to me, but to my astonishment, they are everyday items that most people in the U.S. are familiar with and have likely tasted before. It is interesting to note that these countries have made it illegal to sell these food products in their stores.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website reports that some flavors of the popular sports drink Gatorade contain dyes Yellow 5 and Yellow 6. These dyes are prohibited for children in Norway and Austria. In the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), those specific Gatorade flavors are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure, which is loved by Americans, is prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries, is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient mashed potatoes that can
Although they may not provide the same level of comfort as real mashed potatoes, these alternatives can still satisfy your cravings. 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 brand.
Frosted Flakes are highly regarded, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited from being sold. According to Market Realist, this ban is due to the presence of a preservative called BHT, which is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber items, found in these cereals and many others.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. These treats are either forbidden or come with strong cautions in certain countries of the European Union. The main reason behind this is that they contain food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful to children. Additionally, the use of palm oil in these snacks is another factor contributing to the regulations or total prohibition imposed on them.
Skittles are
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 are required to carry a warning
United States pork industry
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. This information comes from Eat This.
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