I was surprised to discover that some everyday foods that are commonly consumed in the United States are actually prohibited in other countries. I had initially thought that the banned foods would be unfamiliar to me, but I soon realized that they are actually items that most people in the U.S. are familiar with and have likely eaten before. It's interesting to know that these foods cannot be sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
As per the information provided on the Market Realist website, specific varieties of the well-known sports drink, Gatorade, contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are prohibited for consumption by children in Norway and Austria. In the remaining countries of the European Union (E.U.), these particular flavors of Gatorade are required to display a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
Market Realist states that the reason why the UK and other British Commonwealth countries have prohibited this beloved guilty pleasure among Americans is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient mashed potatoes
Although they cannot compare to the satisfaction of homemade mashed potatoes, these alternative mashed potatoes can still be satisfying. However, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan due to the presence of a preservative called BHA, 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. Market Realist reports that this ban is due to the presence of BHT, a preservative found in various cereals, as well as in cosmetics and rubber items.
The brand known
Indulging in guilty pleasure snacks may seem harmless, but there is one exception – Swiss Cake Rolls. These tasty treats have faced bans or strict warnings in various European Union countries. The main concern, as highlighted by Market Realist, is the presence of food dyes that are considered harmful to children, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40. Additionally, the use of palm oil in Swiss Cake Rolls has also contributed to the imposition of restrictions or even complete bans.
Skittles are
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which we mentioned previously. In the remaining European Union countries, Skittles are still available but with a warning label attached.
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, the United States is one of the few countries worldwide that permits the use of growth hormones, specifically ractopamine, in the farming practices of pigs. This means that cuts of meat from pigs raised in the US often involve the use of these hormones.
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