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Did you know? THESE Indian food items are banned in various countries

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Jaggery (Gur)

Jaggery, also known as gur, faces a ban in the USA because of unregulated imports that lead to contamination and impurities in the product.

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Ghee

Ghee is a beloved staple in many Indian households, but it's banned in the USA due to concerns about heart health and obesity.

 

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Samosa

The samosa, a cherished Indian snack often enjoyed with tea, is banned in Somalia due to its triangular shape being associated with Christianity.

 

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Paan

Paan, made from betel leaf and areca nuts, is banned in the UK, US, and Canada after WHO labeled areca nuts as carcinogenic.

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Kebab

Kebabs, popular in India, are banned in Venice, Italy, to uphold the city’s cultural traditions and maintain its culinary decorum.

 

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Chyawanprash

Canada banned Chyawanprash in 2005 due to concerns over its high levels of mercury and lead, raising health safety alarms for consumers.

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Poppy Seeds

Poppy seeds, frequently used in Indian dishes, are considered 'prohibited goods' and are banned in Taiwan and Singapore due to regulatory concerns.
 

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