I was surprised to discover that there are some common foods in the United States that are prohibited in other countries. These are foods that we are all familiar with and have likely consumed at some point, but they are not allowed to be sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that some flavors of the well-known sports drink contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which are not allowed for children in Norway and Austria. However, in the other countries of the European Union (E.U.), those specific types of Gatorade must have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure that Americans love is still prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient mashed potatoes.
Although not as delicious as traditional mashed potatoes, these alternative mashed potatoes can still satisfy your cravings. However, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan due to the presence of a preservative known as BHA, as reported by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known company that produces a variety of
Frosted Flakes are considered excellent in most places, but unfortunately, they are banned in the UK, Europe, and Japan. Market Realist reports that the reason behind this prohibition is the presence of BHT, a preservative commonly found in cosmetics and rubber items, among other cereals.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except for Swiss Cake Rolls. These treats are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels in certain European Union countries. The primary justification, as stated 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 these restrictions or outright bans.
Skittles is
In Austria, Sweden, and Norway, Skittles are not allowed to be sold due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dye, as mentioned before. However, in other European Union countries, Skittles are permitted to be sold but are required to have a
United States pork
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries worldwide that permits the usage of growth hormones like ractopamine in the farming practices of pigs raised for meat.
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