Many people dislike raw tomatoes, potentially due to allergies or intolerances associated with the nightshade family. Tomatoes can cause gastrointestinal symptoms for those sensitive to alkaloids. Additionally, the high acidity can lead to heartburn, prompting some to avoid raw consumption altogether. Texture issues arise as unripened tomatoes can be slimy or mealy, while the seeds have a gelatinous coating that many find off-putting. Flavor combinations in tomatoes can also be unappealing, as they contain over 400 volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that vary widely.
Tomatoes are part of the nightshade family, which includes bell peppers and eggplants, and can cause gastrointestinal symptoms in those intolerant to alkaloids.
Many raw tomato haters find the texture slimy or mealy, and dislike the seeds' gelatinous coating; combined flavors can also be unappealing.
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