5 food items that you might not know are banned in America

Although it's not strictly forbidden in America, eating horse flesh is undoubtedly frowned upon.

Horse meat

Sorry, but the root beer you have doesn't contain real sassafras oil.

Sassafras oil

Due to their lack of nutritional value and general messiness, hot Cheetos have been

Flamin' Hot Cheetos

prohibited at several schools in Illinois, California, and New Mexico since 2012.

Flamin' Hot Cheetos

While foie gras is legal in certain states, California forbids the consumption of the upscale dish.

Foie gras

Even though époisses tastes powerful and smells strong, it's not available in America, at least not in its original form.

Epoisses cheese

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