I was surprised to discover that there are certain foods that are banned in other countries, as I initially thought they would be unfamiliar to me. It was astonishing to learn that common foods that are well-known and commonly consumed in the United States are prohibited from being sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
As per the Market Realist website, some versions of the well-liked sports beverage include 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 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 nations is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and easy mashed potatoes that can
Although these mashed potatoes may not provide the same level of comfort as homemade ones, they can still serve their purpose. However, a preservative known as 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.
In the UK, Europe, and Japan, Frosted Flakes are not allowed to be sold because they contain a preservative called BHT. This preservative is commonly used in cosmetics and rubber products.
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Indulging in a seemingly harmless guilty pleasure snack is generally acceptable, but Swiss Cake Rolls should be avoided. In some European Union countries, these snacks are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels. The primary reason for this is their inclusion 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 is another factor contributing to the restrictions or outright ban.
Skittles are
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dye, as mentioned earlier. In the remaining countries of the European Union, Skittles are available 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 that still permits the use of growth hormones called ractopamine in the farming practices of raising pigs for meat.
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