The Untold Truth About Tomatoes: From Poisonous Fruit to Kitchen Staple

In this video, we uncover the fascinating history of tomatoes and how they went from being feared as poisonous to becoming a kitchen staple. Learn about the misconceptions and myths surrounding tomatoes in the 17th century and how they eventually gained popularity in the United States. From ketchup to pizza sauce, tomatoes have had a remarkable journey. #FoodHistory #Tomatoes #FoodFacts #KitchenStaple #HistoricalFoods #FoodEvolution #CulinaryHistory #FoodMyths #TomatoJourney #FoodRevolution #HistoricalBeliefs

[Cswazey]

People are often suspicious of new things. Europeans were introduced to tomatoes in the 1700 because they are native to the Americas. I thought there was something to do with the high acidity of tomatoes dissolving lead pots there were cooked in. Maybe people were observing symptoms of lead poisoning and blaming the tomatoes. They are inflammatory nightshades and if the first time a person is exposed to a new food is as an adult the body might respond poorly. Without knowing what their lives were really like back then and not having nutritional context it is hard to judge people.

[maryholden]

Possibly because they are part of the nightshade family of plants

[LindaDove]

I read somewhere there’s something in the skin that isn’t good for you. 🥴
The fact it was made safe in America…..alarm bells !😂