I was surprised when I found out that there are certain foods that are prohibited in other countries. I thought those foods would be unfamiliar to me, but I was taken aback to discover that everyday food items commonly consumed in the United States are actually banned from being sold in stores in other countries.
Gatorade is
The Market Realist website states that some flavors of the popular sports drink Gatorade include Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes. These dyes are prohibited for children in Norway and Austria. However, in the rest of the European Union (E.U.), these specific Gatorade varieties are required to have a warning label.
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is a popular
According to Market Realist, the reason behind the UK and other British Commonwealth countries banning this guilty pleasure that Americans love is due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient potato flakes that can
Although these mashed potatoes may not be as satisfying as real comfort food, they can still serve their purpose. However, due to the presence of a preservative called BHA, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan, as stated on the Eat This website.
The brand name "Kellogg's" is being referred to.
Frosted Flakes are considered excellent, but unfortunately, they are banned in the UK, Europe, and Japan due to regulations outlined by Market Realist. The reason behind this prohibition is that Frosted Flakes, along with numerous other cereals, contain a preservative called BHT. This particular preservative is commonly found in cosmetics and rubber products.
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Indulging in snacks is generally considered harmless, except for Swiss Cake Rolls. In certain European Union countries, these rolls are either prohibited or come with strict warnings. This is mainly due to the presence of food dyes, such as Yellow 5 and Red 40, which are considered harmful to children. Another reason for the restrictions or complete ban is the use of palm oil in these rolls.
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 previously. In the remaining countries of the European Union, Skittles are still available but are required to have a warning
Pork produced in the United States
According to Eat This, when it comes to raising pigs for meat in the United States, growth hormones such as ractopamine are commonly used. Interestingly, the US stands out as one of the few countries globally that permits the use of these hormones in pig farming practices.
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