Are tomatoes toxic?

The Short Answer
Ripe Red = OK.

Ripe red tomatoes are generally safe. Green tomatoes and the plant (leaves/stems) contain Tomatine, which bacteria is toxic in large amounts.

Sauce

Avoid tomato sauces as they almost always contain onion and garlic.

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