Food familiar to us, which is prohibited in different countries (12 photos)
Eh, now I would sharpen a bun with poppy seeds and drink it with poop Nesquik. Agree, a very pleasant and tasty snack. And to to freshen your breath, you can also chew gum Orbit on the way back. For this is a common thing for us, but in some countries, arrange such an afternoon snack for yourself will not work. And all due to the fact that the listed products are prohibited. Who doesn't like a poppy seed bun? And what's wrong with the drink Nesquik? Let's find out in our post.
Nesquik Chocolate Drink - UK
Reason for ban: The British Health Board accused Nesquik of cheating consumers. An advertisement with a funny rabbit convinces that the beginning days with this product will be excellent and full of benefits. However researchers are sure that the use of such a drink, even in the morning time, can lead to the formation of unhealthy eating habits and obesity.
Colored rings - France, Austria, Norway, Finland
Reason for the ban: Sweet rings, in addition to bright dyes, contain soy, cottonseed oil and hydrogenated coconut. All these components are considered dangerous and prohibited in the above mentioned countries.
Carbonated drink Coca-Cola - Cuba and North Korea
Reason for ban: Cuba and North Korea are under long-term embargo from a company that produces a world-famous drink. Therefore, it is impossible to officially purchase it.
Gum - Singapore
Reason for ban: Outrages of vandals. In this country, for the production and distribution of gum, you can even go to jail.
Lettuce – Iran
Reason for the ban: Iranians living in the north do not eat this useful product due to religious reasons. Name in their language leaf vegetable sounds like "khas", which means their saints.
Mountain Dew - European Union and Japan
Reason for the ban: The content of the drink brominated vegetable oil, which can lead to problems with health.
Cocktail Cherry - Norway, Finland, Austria, England
Banned Reason: Contains FD&C Red Food Coloring Red 40, which, according to some researchers, can cause allergies, migraine and mental disorders in children.
Mak — Singapore
Reason for the ban: The product belongs to the category of prohibited goods, which are strictly prohibited from being imported into the country. Blame it all anti-drug campaign.
Margarine - Denmark and Canada
Reason for the ban: The product contains trans fats that can cause diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Skittles sweets - Norway and Austria
Reason for the ban: The content of harmful dyes in the composition of sweets.
Kinder Surprise - USA
Reason for ban: Per US federal food law products, confectionery products should not contain inedible ingredients. Also, the ban is associated with the danger of suffocation.
Beluga caviar - USA
Reason for ban: Protection of endangered fish species.