Chewing Gum
Banned in: Singapore
Reason: Cleanliness
Est. Global Sales: $105 billion per year*
Many people use chewing gum to assist improve the smell of their breath before an important meeting or date. There are some countries in the world, one in particular, where anyone trying to get rid of morning breath quickly would be better off using a mint or mouthwash. Chewing gum was outlawed in Singapore in 1992 to help clean up the streets. There are few exceptions that allow persons to chew in public, but documentation of a medical prescription is required. Without the correct documents, you might face up to two years in prison or a $100,000 fine.
Chewing Gum
Fat-Free Chips
Banned in: The United Kingdom & Canada
Reason: Gastrointestinal Side Effects
Est. Global Sales: $555.9 billion per year for global chips market*
Fat-free chips were developed to provide an alternative to the greasy, fatty, tasty, salt-covered treats that so many people find difficult to say “no” to. A fat-free option seems appealing, but nothing worthwhile comes cheap. The governments of Canada and the United Kingdom are unwilling to pay that price. Olestra (Olean) is a key ingredient in fat-free potato chips. It contains no fat, cholesterol, or calories, yet it causes stomach cramps, gas, and diarrhea in frequent users. Before going to great lengths to smuggle some of these fat-free goodies across the border, consider whether the risk is truly worth the gain.
Fat Free Chips
