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 astonishing to learn that everyday food items that are well-known and commonly consumed in the United States are actually banned from being sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that specific flavors of the well-known sports drink Gatorade contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are not permitted for consumption by children in Norway and Austria. In the remaining countries of the European Union (E.U.), Gatorade with these particular flavors is 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.
Convenient and quick, instant mashed
Although these mashed potatoes may not provide the same level of comfort as homemade ones, they can still serve their purpose. However, the presence of a preservative called BHA prevents them from being sold in the UK and Japan, as reported by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known food brand.
In the UK, Europe, and Japan, Frosted Flakes are not allowed due to regulations outlined by Market Realist. This ban is primarily due to the presence of BHT, a preservative commonly used in cosmetics and rubber items, which is found in this cereal and many others.
The brand known
Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. In certain countries within the European Union, these treats are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels. The primary reason for 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 Swiss Cake Rolls is another factor contributing to the restrictions or outright ban on these snacks.
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 but they must be accompanied by 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 called ractopamine in the farming practices of raising pigs for meat.
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