Why Jolly Ranchers Are Banned in the UK but Not the US
The article discusses the differences in regulations regarding the use of crude-oil-derived substances in Jolly Rancher candies between the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US). In the UK, these substances, which have been linked to health problems, have resulted in the banning of Jolly Ranchers. However, in the US, the regulations have allowed for the continued use of these ingredients in the candy. The article highlights that the use of these crude-oil-derived substances in Jolly Ranchers is now a point of contention, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. targeting the regulations that have permitted their use in the US. The article suggests that the contrasting regulatory approaches between the two countries have led to different outcomes, with the UK banning the candy due to health concerns, while the US has maintained its availability.
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