I was surprised to discover that certain foods, which are commonly consumed in the United States and familiar to everyone, are actually prohibited from being sold in other countries. Initially, I assumed that these banned foods would be unfamiliar to me, but it turns out they are everyday items that most Americans have likely eaten at some point.
Gatorade is
Based on information from Market Realist, specific types of the well-known sports beverage contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which are prohibited for consumption by children in Norway and Austria. However, in the other countries of the European Union (EU), these particular versions of Gatorade are required to display a cautionary 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 that can
Although not as satisfying as real mashed potatoes, these alternatives can still serve their purpose. However, 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 brand.
Frosted Flakes are considered to be excellent, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited. This ban is due to the presence of BHT, a preservative commonly found in cosmetics and rubber items, among other cereals.
Little Debbie is
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 warnings in some European Union countries. The primary reason, 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 usage of palm oil is another factor leading to restrictions or an outright ban.
Skittles are
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes that were mentioned earlier. In the remaining European Union countries, Skittles are allowed to be sold but are required to carry a warning label
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries globally that permits the use of growth hormones, such as ractopamine, in the farming practices for pigs raised for meat.
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