I was surprised to discover that several commonly consumed foods in the United States are actually prohibited in other countries. These are not obscure items, but everyday foods that most Americans are familiar with and have likely eaten at some point. It is interesting to note that these foods are considered illegal for sale in stores elsewhere.
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The Market Realist website states that some flavors of the well-liked sports drink, Gatorade, include Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are prohibited for children in Norway and Austria. In other European Union countries, these specific types 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 that Americans enjoy is prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth countries is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Mashed potatoes that can be prepared
Although they may not be as comforting as real mashed potatoes, these alternative options can still serve their purpose. However, the presence of 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 excellent, except in the UK, Europe, and Japan where they are prohibited, as stated by Market Realist. The reason behind this ban is the presence of the preservative BHT in these cereals, which 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 tasty treats are either banned or come with strong warnings in certain European Union countries. The main reason behind this is the presence of food dyes that are considered harmful to children, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40. Another contributing factor to the restrictions or outright ban is the use of palm oil in these snacks.
Skittles is
In Austria, Sweden, and Norway, Skittles have been prohibited due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, as mentioned earlier. However, in other countries within the European Union, Skittles are allowed 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 still permits the use of growth hormones, specifically ractopamine, in the farming practices for pigs.
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