18 JULY, 2023
Sweta Gupta
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Scottish haggis, made from sheep organs and cooked in an animal stomach, is banned in the US due to sheep lung restrictions since 1971. It can be cooked traditionally or in synthetic casing.
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Samosas, a popular snack in India that has its roots in the Middle East, are prohibited in Somalia by certain Islamist leaders due to their belief that the shape of the snack resembles the Holy Trinity and promotes Christianity.
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Fugu, a deadly blowfish from Japan, contains tetrodotoxin, a toxin 1,200 times stronger than cyanide, in its intestines, ovaries, and liver. Improperly prepared fugu can cause paralysis or death.
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In 1992, Singapore banned chewing gum to maintain cleanliness and complement existing laws against littering, spitting, and graffiti. Chewing gum is allowed only if prescribed.
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A traditional Sardinian cheese made from sheep's milk, is banned in the EU and US due to the presence of live maggots. These maggots are added to the cheese for fermentation.
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This French delicacy is banned in India and many other countries due to the cruel practices involved in its preparation. Birds are forcefully fed through a metal pipe to enlarge their livers, which are then treated with milk and honey for flavour.
M&Ms were banned in Sweden in 2016 because their packaging and marketing resembled another chocolate brand, M by Marabou.
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Venice implemented a ban on specific fried food as they apparently diminish the cultural ambience and dignity of the city. Kebabs consist of pieces of meat and veggies skewered and grilled.
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Kinder Surprise Eggs are hollow chocolate eggs with small plastic toys inside. They are popular among European children but banned in the US to prevent choking hazards.
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Raw milk is prohibited in Canada and some US states due to concerns about it being associated with disease-causing pathogens like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella.