I was surprised to discover that certain foods, which are commonly consumed by people in the United States, are prohibited from being sold in other countries. Initially, I assumed that these banned foods would be unfamiliar to me, but to my astonishment, they are everyday items that most Americans are familiar with and have likely consumed before.
Gatorade is
According to information from the Market Realist website, some flavors of the well-known sports drink contain Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes that are not allowed for children in Norway and Austria. However, in the rest 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, loved by Americans, remains prohibited in the UK and other British Commonwealth nations is primarily due to the presence of yellow dyes.
Quick and convenient 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, due to the presence of a preservative called BHA, they are not available for sale in the UK and Japan as stated by the Eat This website.
Kellogg's is a well-known brand.
Frosted Flakes are highly regarded except in the UK, Europe, and Japan, where they are prohibited due to the presence of BHT, a preservative commonly found in cosmetics and rubber items, among other cereals.
The brand known
Indulging in snacks that may seem harmless can actually have negative consequences, especially when it comes to Swiss Cake Rolls. Depending on the European Union country, these treats are either prohibited or come with strong cautionary labels. Market Realist explains that the main concern 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 Swiss Cake Rolls is another factor that leads to restrictions or even a complete ban on them.
Skittles is
Austria, Sweden, and Norway have prohibited the sale of Skittles due to the presence of Yellow 5 and Yellow 6 dyes, which we previously mentioned. In other European Union countries, Skittles are allowed to be sold but are required to have a warning label
Pork originating 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, specifically ractopamine, in the farming practices for pigs raised for meat.
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Acknowledgements: Nick DeRiso in the gallery
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