I was surprised to discover that certain foods, which are commonly consumed in the United States, are prohibited in other countries. These are not obscure items, but rather everyday foods that most Americans are familiar with and have probably enjoyed before. It is interesting to note that these foods cannot be legally sold in stores in other nations.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that some flavors of the well-known sports drink Gatorade contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which are not allowed for children in Norway and Austria. In the remaining countries of the European Union (EU), these specific types of Gatorade are required to display a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason why this guilty pleasure that Americans love is prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and easy mashed potatoes made from
Even though these mashed potatoes may not be as satisfying as real comfort food, they can still serve their purpose. However, a preservative called BHA prevents them from being sold in the UK and Japan, as stated on the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known brand.
Frosted Flakes are considered to be delicious and popular, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited. Market Realist states that this ban is due to the presence of a preservative called BHT in Frosted Flakes and various other cereals. BHT is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber items.
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Indulging in snacks that may seem harmless can be enjoyable, but there is one particular snack, Swiss Cake Rolls, that raises concerns. In certain European Union countries, they are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels. Market Realist states that the primary reason for this is the presence of food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful to children. Additionally, the use of palm oil in these snacks contributes to the restrictions or even the complete ban imposed on them.
Skittles are
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which were mentioned earlier. In other European Union countries, Skittles are allowed but must be labelled with a warning.
Pork from the United States.
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries that still permits the use of growth hormones, such as ractopamine, in the farming practices of raising pigs for meat.
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