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Bananas first became popular as a “rare and delicious treat” in the United States in the late 19th century --even though they'd long been a diet staple in many tropical regions. Sensing an opportunity, American businessmen like Minor C. Keith and Andrew Preston started importing them from around Latin America.

How did bananas get so popular in the United States?

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Bananas became popular in the United States due to the efforts of American businessmen who started importing them from Latin America in the late 19th century.