I was initially surprised to discover that some commonly consumed foods in the United States are prohibited in other countries. I had expected these banned foods to be unfamiliar to me, but I was taken aback to find out that they include everyday items that most Americans are familiar with and have likely consumed at some point. These foods are not allowed to be sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that some flavors of the popular sports drink Gatorade 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 that include these dyes 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 banned in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and easy mashed potatoes that can
Even though these mashed potatoes may not provide the same level of comfort as real ones, they can still be a satisfactory option. However, due to the presence of a preservative called BHA, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan, as reported by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known brand.
Frosted Flakes are considered delicious and popular, with the exception of the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited. Market Realist explains that this ban is due to the presence of BHT, a preservative found in these cereals as well as in cosmetics and rubber goods.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except for the Swiss Cake Rolls. These treats are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels in certain countries of the European Union. The primary concern, as highlighted 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 contributing to the limitations or outright ban of 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 the other countries within the European Union, Skittles are allowed but are required to have 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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