Lomi Bloom: The Perfect Countertop Composter

This post is sponsored by Lomi but all opinions are our own.

As food creators, we’re constantly sharing recipe ideas and essentially encouraging our audience to cook at home more often, so it’s important that we also address food waste.

We look at food waste as being a given part of life, but did you know that the average American family loses $2,000 in food waste every year? In fact, 43% of food waste in the U.S. happens at the household level.

That’s where the Lomi Bloom comes in– the next generation of Smart WasteTM management and my new favorite appliance.

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What is Lomi Bloom?

Lomi Bloom is a countertop composting system that helps you reduce waste by transforming food waste into immediately usable nutrient-rich plant food in as little as 4 hours. With the use of heat, abrasion, oxygen, and helpful bacteria, Lomi speeds up the natural process of breaking waste materials into compost.

What Can You Put in The Lomi?

Lomi can handle more than just food waste – it can also break down other compostable items, including bioplastics, paper products, coffee filters, and packaging. What you put in it will vary based on your intended use of the outcome.

Click here for a full list of what can and cannot go into Lomi.

The Three Lomi Modes

What you intend to use the output for will also determine which cycle you run. Each mode functions best when the appropriate material is added.

There are 3 cycles available:

• Eco-Express: This fast cycle (3-5 hours) is designed to handle all kinds of food waste and is not meant to break down bioplastics.
• Grow: This is the longest mode and creates nutrient-rich Lomi Earth that is perfect for adding to indoor and outdoor plants. Avoid adding highly processed foods.
• Lomi Approved: This mode should be used to break down Lomi Approved bioplastics, paper products, and packaging. You can find more details on Lomi Approved products here.

Benefits of Lomi

When you use Lomi to transform food waste into nutrient-rich plant food, you can:

• Reduce your carbon footprint by 127% – Lomi is Carbon Negative
• Ditch synthetic fertilizers for your lawn + garden
• Create a circular regenerative farming model
• Reduce food waste, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions
• Turn your trash into cash with the Lomi App

If you’re curious about the best ways to use or dispose of Lomi Earth, check out this guide.

Energy Usage

Despite the electricity consumed, Lomi Bloom produces a net lower carbon footprint and offsets the electrical demands of running the machine.

Each cycle uses roughly the same amount of power as an oven for 15 minutes or an amount of energy less than or equal to an average dishwasher cycle.

Turn Trash into Cash

With the Lomi App, you can earn points every time you run a cycle, which can be redeemed for free products from Lomi and other sustainable brands.

Final Thoughts

Overall, we can’t recommend Lomi enough. It’s the perfect tool to utilize if you’re looking to reduce waste and make the most of your food scraps. Not only is it simple to use, but you can put to use waste that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Also, since they’ve now introduced incentives for using a Lomi, it’s an all-around win/win. Once you Lomi Bloom for yourself, we think you will see that it is well worth the investment! 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some ways to transition to a plantbased diet?

It can be daunting to change to a plant-based lifestyle, but with the right knowledge and support it can be an exciting lifestyle shift. Here are some tips to help transition to this type of diet.

1. Structuring meals around whole foods rather than processed items for adequate macronutrients, vitamins, and mineral intake.
2. The goal is to create meals that are delicious and satisfy dietary preferences.
3. A support network of friends, family, or health professionals.
4. Experiment with new recipes while enjoying healthy eating.
5. Slowly changing your habits and paying more attention to your nutrition intake.

Individuals can improve their chances of sticking to this healthy lifestyle change by slowly changing to a more plant-based diet.

You can still eat out at restaurants while following a plant-based lifestyle.

Many restaurants now offer vegan-friendly options on their menus. There are many vegan restaurants opening up in large cities and towns. They offer a wide range of delicious and healthy food options. Many mainstream restaurants offer vegetarian-friendly options, so you can still enjoy the best of traditional restaurant cuisine while following a plant-based diet. You can find recipes with vegetables or legumes, such as seitan, tempeh, and seitan. Vinegar and healthy oils can be substituted for mayonnaise or dressings that are high in saturated oil. Do not hesitate to ask your server about vegan options or dairy substitutions with almond or coconut milk.

You can also research vegan cookbooks ahead of time to get ideas on how proteins can be substituted for meats and rich sauces. Restaurants are open to accommodating guests on a plant-based diet. You can enjoy eating out with a plant-based menu if you do your research and have some creativity.

What are some great sources of protein in a plant-based diet.

Some excellent sources of protein on a plant-based diet include legumes such as beans, lentils, and chickpeas; soy products like tofu and tempeh; grains such as quinoa and teff; nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and cashews; seeds such as pumpkin and sunflower; and green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. Many of these plant-based protein sources also provide fiber, as well as essential micronutrients like vitamins. The addition of omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseeds or chia seeds to a plant-based diet can help to balance nutrient levels.

Statistics

• In the United States, poor-quality diet is the most significant predictor of early death, according to an article published in the May 2017 Journal of Geriatric Cardiology. (everydayhealth.com)
• In fact, according to research published in the going plant-based can cut grocery bills by $750 a year per person, Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition. (forksoverknives.com)

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How To

How can I incorporate more whole food into a plant-based lifestyle?

It is important to make an effort to eat more whole foods in a plant-based diet for optimal health. This will help increase your intake of vitamins and nutrients, as well as dietary fiber. Start by replacing animal protein and processed foods with more nutritious options like legumes, seeds and nuts. Whole grains, nuts, fruits, and vegetables provide sustenance, so include them regularly.

Focus on including a variety in colors in every meal. Colorful ingredients contain powerful antioxidants that boost immunity - think red pepper strips, oranges, black beans, spinach, and corn muffins! You can create meal plans based on seasonal produce and include recipes that appeal to every tastebud. Smoothies, stir-fries, and casseroles are all crowd-pleasers.

Incorporating whole foods also means taking advantage of their extended shelf life (longer than processed items). You can save time shopping for vegan-friendly products by taking an hour each week to plan your meals.

Find other ways to maintain a balanced lifestyle. This could include making delicious vegan breads or substituting for fish with tofu. Experimentation is the key to managing your food choices without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

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