5 Foods that are Consumed in India but banned abroad

Did you know there are certain countries where samosas and ketchups are banned? here is the list of such food items that are consumed in India but banned in several countries

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samosa

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Somalia in the South African region has banned this yummy delicacy since 2011, due to religious reasons

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Ketchup

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France has banned ketchup after the French government noticed its excess consumption among teenagers

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Ghee

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while ghee is a superfood in India, the FDA in the United States tags it unhealthy, further making it a banned product there

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Kebab

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Venice introduced a ban on kebab shops in 2017 to "preserve decorum and traditions of the city"

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Chawanprash

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Canada banned this desi kadha in 2004, reportedly citing that there are high levels of lead and mercury in it

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