I was surprised to discover that some foods that are commonly consumed in the United States are actually prohibited in other countries. These are not obscure items, but rather everyday foods that most Americans are familiar with and have likely eaten before.
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Based on information from the Market Realist website, specific types of Gatorade, a popular sports drink, contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are prohibited for children in Norway and Austria. In the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), Gatorade flavors with these dyes are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this beloved 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 provide the same level of comfort as homemade ones, they can still serve their purpose. However, the presence of a preservative known as BHA prevents them from being sold in the UK and Japan, as stated by the Eat This website.
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Frosted Flakes are considered delicious and popular, but unfortunately, they are banned in the UK, Europe, and Japan. This ban is due to the presence of a preservative called BHT, which is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber goods.
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Eating a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. These snacks are either banned or come with strong warnings in certain countries of the European Union. The main reason for this is that they contain food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful for children. Additionally, the use of palm oil in these snacks is another factor that leads to restrictions or even a complete ban.
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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 we mentioned previously. In other countries within the European Union, Skittles are allowed but are required to display a warning label.
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, when it comes to raising pigs for meat in the United States, growth hormones like ractopamine are commonly used. Interestingly, the US is among the select few countries worldwide that still permit the use of these hormones in farming practices.
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