I was surprised to discover that there are certain foods that are prohibited in other countries, as I initially assumed they would be unfamiliar to me. It was quite astonishing to learn that common foods that are well-known and consumed by people in the United States are actually illegal to be sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that specific types of the well-known sports drink contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which are prohibited for children in Norway and Austria. In the remaining countries of the European Union (E.U.), these particular versions of Gatorade are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure, loved by Americans, remains prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth nations is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient potato dish made from
Although not as satisfying as real mashed potatoes, these alternatives 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 great, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan, where they are prohibited due to the ban on certain cereals containing the preservative BHT. This preservative is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber items.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally fine, except when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. These treats are either prohibited or accompanied by strong warnings in some European Union countries. Market Realist explains that the main concern is the presence of food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful to children. Additionally, the inclusion of palm oil is another factor contributing to the restrictions or outright ban on these snacks.
Skittles is
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 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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