In the late 1980s, researchers isolated an enzyme in natto they believed to be responsible for many of its health benefits. The enzyme, dubbed nattokinase, was shown to break down fibrous materials, ...

Ever had natto? The Japanese foodstuff is made of fermented soybeans that have a type of bacteria called bacillus subtilus added. The bacteria lends the beans a super-strong smell and also develops a ...

Natto is a traditional Japanese food with a history as unique as its sticky texture. Pronounced phoneticallyshort A,stress on the first syllablenatto is a dish made of boiled soybeans that are left to ...

IF YOU'VE NEVER heard of natto, you're not alone. Outside of people eating a traditional Japanese diet, others aren’t eating much (if any) of the fermented soybean product. But, the supposed health ...