The Hurom HU-100 Masticating Slow Juicer makes fresh juice part of your daily diet. Juicing can offer a number of health benefits by flooding the body with micronutrients and allowing it to absorb these nutrients in a more efficient way. It also provides a way to access the type of digestive enzymes that are normally kept locked in the fiber found in fruits and veggies. A Commercial juice isn’t quite the same as fresh juice and, in fact, lacks in nutrition due to how the juice is processed. Fresh juice is loaded with an abundance of phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals. This masticating juicer by Hurom promises to deliver the best-tasting nutrient-packed juice at a price that’s affordable.
Considered one of the best cold press juicers, keep on reading to learn more about the Slow Squeezing Technology and other top features this model has to offer.
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Overview and Features of Hurom – The Best Masticating Blender
Drinking fresh juice each day can also help you to follow healthier eating patterns. People who don’t usually eat many fruits and veggies can benefit from incorporating fresh produce into their diet. Juicing is a different and fun approach to increasing the consumption of essential vitamins and minerals and can help to boost the immune system while improving energy levels and promoting weight loss.
The cost of fresh produce is always a main concern for people who are considering making the switch to fresh juice, but over time, once you note the benefits of daily juicing, you’ll start to cut out the variety of processed foods you normally purchase in order to continue following a healthier diet.
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- Free instructional DVD
- Two mesh screens
- Low-maintenance design
- Silent operation
- Able to withstand heavy-duty use
Purchasing produce from your local farmers market or buying only fresh veggies and fruits that are in season can also help to minimize the cost of a juicing diet.
Hurom understands that buying fresh produce can be expensive. Which is why they created juicers that utilize Slow Squeezing Technology. This feature uses horizontal augers that are designed to squeeze every drop of juice out of your fresh fruits and veggies. This results in a higher juice yield and less waste. The juicer’s vertical auger features one hundred turns at eighty RPMs, which force the fruits and veggies through a large screen where it separates the juice from the pulp.
The screen is made out of Ultem, which is a type of durable plastic that’s said to be eight times stronger than other types of plastic. The vertical design of the auger makes this a mostly self-feeding model since gravity helps the process along. With the force of the auger, the manufacturer claims that the juicer is able to extract approximately thirty percent more juice from your fruits and veggies compared to competing models like the Omega J8004 Nutrition Center.
Auger of Masticating Slow Blender
This masticating juicer features a single auger and double squeeze style design. The two opposing spouts are designed to handle yield and pulp and the overall design of the juicer keeps portability in mind. Smaller than other Hurom juicers, this model can still pack a punch and produces juice efficiently and effortlessly.
Wide Chute
This model features a chute that’s bigger than average. So, what does this mean exactly? Every juicer is going to require some produce prep work before you can begin feeding the fruits and veggies into the juicer. However, since the chute on the HU100 is wider than average, you won’t have to worry about spending too much time chopping up fruits and veggies. In fact, the chute can easily handle large chunks. So while you’ll still have to do some prep work, you’ll find that the entire process will only take about five or ten minute.
Wiper System and Mesh Screens
The wiper system and mesh screen also works well to ensure that you can juice for a longer period of time without having to frequently stop to unclog the machine, working to clear away pulp and prevent debris buildup. Combined, both of these features work together to make this model a beginner-friendly juicer that’s low-maintenance and more efficient.
Casing of Slow Juicer
The base of the juicer is equipped with a built-in handle that’s designed to make it much easier to maneuver, lift, and haul the juicer. Additionally, the handle also allows you to easily pour juice without spilling. The casing is made out of one hundred percent BPA-free materials.
Warranty
Hurom provides a ten year user warranty for first generation models and a one year warranty on second generation models, which is a big disappointment for many consumers.
Extras
Aside from the juicer, you’ll also find a small cleaning brush, designed to efficiently clean the machine, a user’s manual and a DVD. Two fruit screens are also included and are dishwasher safe. However, cleaning the screens by hand is often a better option since the tiny pieces of fruit tend to stick in the screen without a little elbow grease.
Performance
Durable, easy to clean, lift, and store, we found the HU100 to be a cold pressed juicer you can really rely on for daily use.
Because this juicer is made mostly out of plastic it also may surprise you to learn that it weighs just over twenty pounds. Just like most masticating juicers, this model can handle all types of leafy green veggies with ease. The machine will produce very dry pulp, proving how efficient it really is.
Some consumers had complaints regarding the screens cracking after a few uses. If the cracked screens affect the juicing process you can request replacements from the manufacturer. These screens will need to be thoroughly washed after each use. If you wash them by hand you can use the included brushes. Regular maintenance prevents pulp build-up and poor juicing performance due to clogs.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Pros of Hurom HU-100
- Free instructional DVD
- Two mesh screens
- Low-maintenance design
- Silent operation
- Able to withstand heavy-duty use
Cons of Hurom HU-100 Juicers
- Some prep work is still required
Juicing Tips
Once you get into the habit of using your Hurom, you will probably find that you actually look forward to your morning green juice and may even feel a little guilty if you skip a day. To get started on the path to a healthier lifestyle, you need to choose slow juicer recipes. The juice recipe you choose should be something that tastes good to you, otherwise you will be more likely to stop juicing after just a couple of weeks. Be sure to add some dark leafy greens because they’re very nutrient dense. Try adding mustard greens, romaine lettuce or spinach. You can also add some lemon or lime to improve the taste and add a little natural sweetness. The manufacturer recommends using only organic produce and consuming the juice shortly after you make it, if possible. Veggie juice is actually very perishable, so it’s ideal that you drink your juice immediately. If you want to take your juice to work with you, put it in a glass jar that has an airtight lid. There should also be a minimal amount of air in the jar because the oxygen in the air can cause oxidation, which damages the vitamins and minerals in the juice.
For better storage options, some nutritionists recommend using a food vacuum. After juicing, pour your juice into a jar, add the lid and use the food vacuum to suck out the air in the jar, vacuum packing it. This works to remove most of the air from the jar before it can damage the juice. Immediately store your juice in the fridge and consume when desired. Most people tend to juice daily, in the morning, for breakfast, but vacuum packing your juice gives your juice a longer shelf life.
Conclusion and Rating
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This model earned a rating of five out of five stars. This juicer received a high rating due to efficiency, easy clean-up, pricing, and a higher than average juice yield. While it’s considered a slow juicer, you’ll find that it takes just five seconds before juice starts streaming out. Able to perform like a champ on a daily basis, this model is almost silent as it works, making it the perfect choice if you wake up earlier than other family members. It can be tough to find a masticating juicer that can perfect the art of green juice without clogging or ruining the taste of the veggies due to too much heat, however, this machine can easily tackle this task and any produce you throw at it.