Torus Solo Gen2 Horizontal Cold Press Juicer

Health Benefits

The health effects of fruit and vegetable juices have been examined in published scientific research, including studies of nutrient status, cardiovascular health, the gut microbiome, cognitive health and diet quality. A selection of this research is summarised below, with links to the original studies so the evidence can be accessed directly.

Juicing also has a much longer history in natural-health practice. Long before modern nutritional research, advocates including Dr Norman Walker and the Gerson Therapy incorporated fresh vegetable and fruit juices into their approaches to health. These therapeutic protocols also present considerable anecdotal evidence.

“When we drink Raw vegetable juices . . . these [micronutrients] are digested and assimilated within 10 to 15 minutes after we drink them and they are used almost entirely in the nourishment and regeneration of the cells and tissues, glands and organs of the body. . . the result is obvious, as the entire process of digestion and assimilation is completed with a maximum degree of speed and efficiency, and with a minimum of effort on the part of the digestive system.” – Dr. Norman Walker

Gerson Therapy has incorporated fresh juices into its therapeutic protocols since the 1930s. Gerson Institute

Fruits and vegetables naturally provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and a diverse range of biologically active plant compounds. Juicing provides a convenient way to substantially increase the variety and quantity of fruit and vegetable nutrients consumed in a single serving.

What Scientific Studies Have Found

A review of approximately 200 studies found that higher consumption of vegetables and fruit was associated with a lower risk of several cancers. View study

Studies of people diagnosed with cancer have also investigated associations between greater fruit and vegetable consumption, dietary patterns and survival outcomes.
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Cruciferous vegetables, allium vegetables and dark berries contain compounds extensively studied for potential anti-cancer activity. Laboratory research has found that compounds in cruciferous vegetables can influence mechanisms involved in cancer-cell proliferation, apoptosis and metastasis.
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A large prospective study found that people drinking fruit and vegetable juices three or more times per week had a substantially lower incidence of Alzheimer’s disease than those drinking juice less than once per week. The researchers investigated whether the high concentration of polyphenols in juices may contribute to this association.
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A UCLA study investigated the effects of a three-day vegetable and fruit juice diet in 20 healthy adults. Researchers found significant changes in the gut microbiome, including decreased Firmicutes and Proteobacteria and increased Bacteroidetes and Cyanobacteria. Participants also showed reduced body weight and BMI, substantially increased nitric oxide levels, reduced markers of lipid oxidation and improved reported wellbeing. Some effects remained measurable two weeks later.
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The same study also found:

• Improved reported overall well-being, which remained evident two weeks after the juice intervention.
• Fruit and vegetable juices exhibited high antioxidant activity associated with their diverse phenolic compounds.
• A three-day juice diet produced a significant reduction in body weight and BMI, with some of the reduction maintained two weeks later.
• Plasma and urinary nitric oxide increased substantially. Nitric oxide plays an important role in vasodilation and blood flow.
• Markers of lipid oxidation decreased significantly, indicating reduced oxidative damage to lipids.

Adding mixed fruit and vegetable juice to the diet over 14 weeks was associated with improved levels of beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium and folate.
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A review of 22 studies found that consumption of fruit juice was associated with improvements in folate and antioxidant status, including beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E, together with reductions in homocysteine and markers of oxidative stress.
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Apple and pomegranate juices have been studied for their effects on blood pressure, cholesterol and other cardiovascular risk markers, with studies reporting changes associated with improved cardiovascular health.
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Studies Focusing on Children

Children consuming 100% fruit juice have been found in population studies to have higher intakes of vitamin C, magnesium and potassium and higher overall diet quality than non-juice consumers. Juice consumers also consumed more whole fruit, while some studies found no difference in total fibre intake.
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Research into fruit juice and childhood weight has produced differing findings. An earlier systematic review of research from 1995–2013 found that the evidence did not support an association between 100% fruit juice consumption and weight or adiposity in children after controlling for energy intake. A larger 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis found a small positive association between each additional daily serving of 100% fruit juice and change in childhood BMI. Serving quantity and the overall diet therefore remain relevant considerations.
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2024 systematic review and meta-analysis

Studies of dental health have examined the relationship between 100% fruit juice consumption and early childhood caries, with some large observational studies finding no association.
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Juice can contribute many of the nutrients supplied by whole fruit. Research modelling the replacement of 100% fruit juice with whole fruit in children’s diets found no difference in calorie intake and little difference in the intake of most nutrients examined. Whole fruit and vegetables nevertheless provide substantially more intact dietary fibre and have their own nutritional advantages.
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What the Research Suggests

Taken together, published research indicates that 100% fruit and vegetable juices can provide concentrated dietary sources of vitamins, minerals, polyphenols, carotenoids and other bioactive plant compounds. Human research has reported effects on nutrient status, antioxidant activity, blood pressure and vascular function, inflammatory and oxidative-stress markers, cognition, exercise performance and the gut microbiome, although results vary according to the juice, quantity consumed, study population and outcome measured.

Juice and whole produce are not nutritionally identical. Juicing removes much of the insoluble fibre while retaining many micronutrients and plant compounds. For many people, its practical advantage is that a wide variety and substantial quantity of fresh vegetables and fruit can be consumed conveniently in a single glass.

Slow Press Technology

Torus juicers embody the latest cold crush technology, releasing pure, delicious, colour-rich nutrition, straight from the bounty of the planet to your lips.

By powerfully squeezing your ingredients rather than blending them, Torus Cold Press Juicers deliver the smoothest, professional tasting, juices, while preserving the natural taste and nutrition of each ingredient. Imagination is the only limit: Torus Cold Press Juicers have the versatility to create endless delicious recipes ranging from wholesome green juices and wheat grasses to nut milk and sorbet – download our free recipe book for selected tasty recipes and juicing tips to help you get the most out of your Torus Cold Press Juicer.

At the forefront of the Australian Cold Press Juicers revolution, Torus uses the latest extraction method to provide maximum nutrition and minimal separation in your juice. Torus Cold Press Juicers Australia is proud to deliver the many benefits state-of-the-art Cold Press Juicing offer to the modern household.

Torus blunt edged augers and powerful motors are backed with long warranties. A full range of spare parts is available for all our machines. We provide top industry aftersales support. See Warranty Page for more information.

Simple to put together and pull apart – do it once following the directions and it becomes second nature. Using the specialised cleaning brush provided, your Torus is quick to assemble and disassemble – and clean

Unlike high-speed juicers Torus Cold Press Juicers run quietly, with low noise and vibration, eliminating heat and friction that can result in juice separation.

High Yield Torus Cold Press Augers maximize juice production while minimising wastage and pulp.

Power: 150 Watts

Hopper Size: 5cm

Material: BPA Free

Weight: 2.6 kilos

Max Work Time: 20 minutes (machine safety cut out at 20 minutes)

Warranty (Domestic): 5yrs motor 2 yrs parts (tamper and jugs not included)

Dimensions: H 38cm W 15cm L 36cm (assembled)
Dimensions: H 25cm W 15cm L 26cm (base only)

Inclusions

1 x Strainer: Works with all produce
1 x End Cap: Works with all produce
2 x Jugs: For juice and pulp collection
Torus Solo Manual
Juice Tap: To control juice flow
Tamper
Cleaning Brush
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Why Torus?

Since the first Torus machines were launched in 2015, our intention has been to supply premium quality juicers at the best price,. Rather than offering a confusing array of juicers, we sell the model that we believe combines performance, durability and affordability to suit the needs of every user.

Torus slow juicers harness the latest cold press / slow juicing technology to release the nutritional energy of fruits and vegetables in delicious drinks full of raw power. Torus continuously tests the latest and the best slow juicing machines to ensure we supply the best product at the best price.