Are Italian Tomatoes Less Acidic? The Delicious Truth Behind the Flavor
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While the myth of 'acid-free' tomatoes persists, studies show that most tomato varieties, including Italian ones, fall within a similar acidic pH range of 4.0–4.6. The perception that Italian tomatoes are less acidic is largely due to their uniquely high sugar-to-acid ratio, which balances the flavor.
