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The story of the tomato exemplifies how perceptions about food can evolve dramatically over centuries. From suspicion rooted in botanical confusion and superstition to widespread cultural acceptance, the tomato’s journey underscores both the complex relationship humans have with food and the enduring power of science and experimentation to transform beliefs.
Today, despite its controversial past, the tomato stands as a global symbol of culinary innovation. Its history reminds us to keep an open mind about new foods and to recognize the layered stories behind every familiar ingredient.