The Foods You’re Not Allowed to Eat in Illinois So Don’t Even Try

I'm not sure what this says about me as a person, but I don't normally respond well when I'm told I can't do something. That's why I'm a little concerned about a list I've found of foods you're not allowed to eat in Illinois. The "don't list" is long and I'm afraid I'll be tempted to rebel.

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I did some digging on foods you are banned from having in Illinois and found helpful information at Culture Trip, X-Talks and Stacker among others.  Let's begin the countdown of foods that can get you busted in the Land of Lincoln.

Sorry Scottish folks, but sheep lungs are not allowed in Illinois.

Good news, Jaws. Shark fins are not allowed to be a delicacy here.

Little Nemo will be so happy to know his sea turtle friend is safe in Illinois - for now.

Don't try importing puffer fish from Japan. That will get you busted in Illinois food jail.

This fruit is a Land of Lincoln no-no.

Stacker confirmed that Illinois wants no part of Flamin' Hot Cheetos because they don't have enough good nutrition. That's a lame reason to ban a food in my not so humble opinion. Boo, Illinois.

You can get non-pasteurized milk directly from a farmer, but it can't be sold through an Illinois store. What an odd exception, but this is Illinois we're talking about, so...