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"Additionally, natto, produced from the fermentation of soy beans by means of a bacterium called Bacillus subtillus, has been eaten by the Japanese for hundreds of years. It has been credited with many medicinal properties and only recently have scientists given the enzyme found in natto a name: nattokinase. (See Amano Enzyme, Inc., "Natto—Traditional Japanese Fermented Soy Beans with Recently Discovered Health Benefits and Novel Industrial Applications," Enzyme Wave Volume 3, (June 2002): 2?" - Tom Bohager, Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes to Treat Everything from Digestive Problems and Allergies to Migraines and Arthritis (Get the book.)

"Nattokinase is extracted from the traditional fermented soy food natto, believed by some researchers to contribute to the low incidence of coronary heart disease in Japan. Ralph E. Holsworth Jr., an osteopathic physician in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, introduced nattokinase in the United States. He suggests that nattokinase may significantly impact heart disease treatment because it "provides a unique, powerful, and safe way to eliminate clots, or reduce the tendency to form clots, and thus decrease the risk of heart attack and stroke." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"Natto accomplishes this by suppressing the growth of harmful bacteria that are found in food, while at the same time supporting the growth of the beneficial bacteria like lactobacillus. Natto contains another useful component, namely vitamin K2. Vitamin K2 helps to prevent osteoporosis, which it is estimated will affect more than 52 percent of women and men aged fifty and older by the year 2010. Nattokinase helps to make vitamin K2, which in turn helps to make a protein called osteocalcin; osteocalcin helps get calcium into the bones where you need it." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "In years past in Japan, food poisoning was very common, and people used natto to prevent cholera, typhoid, and dysentery. natto accomplishes this by suppressing the growth of harmful bacteria that are found in food, while at the same time supporting the growth of the beneficial bacteria like lactobacillus. Natto contains another useful component, namely vitamin K2. Vitamin K2 helps to prevent osteoporosis, which it is estimated will affect more than 52 percent of women and men aged fifty and older by the year 2010." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"A packet of natto (about 100 grams) has the same effectiveness as the drug urokinase, which only has anti-clotting activity up to 20 minutes, whereas nattokinase maintains activity for 4-12 hours. Nattokinase was deemed safe over 15 years ago. [Acta Haematologica 84: 139-43, 1990] For skeptics, it has been confirmed that nattokinase is orally absorbed from the intestinal tract and that it cleaves to blood clotting factors. [Biological Pharm Bulletin 18: 1194-96, 1995] Other enzyme products may also be useful." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"It has been credited with many medicinal properties and only recently have scientists given the enzyme found in natto a name: nattokinase. (See Amano Enzyme, Inc., "Natto—Traditional Japanese Fermented Soy Beans with Recently Discovered Health Benefits and Novel Industrial Applications," Enzyme Wave Volume 3, (June 2002): 2?; "Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke with Potent Enzyme that Dissolves Deadly Blood Clots in Hours," Health Sciences Institute (March 2002); M. Maruyama, H." - Tom Bohager, Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes to Treat Everything from Digestive Problems and Allergies to Migraines and Arthritis (Get the book.) "Sumi, "Effect of natto Diet on Blood Pressure," Basic and Clinical Aspects of Japanese Traditional Food natto II, 1-3, 1998; H. Sumi et al., "Enhancement of the fibrinolytic activity in plasma by oral administration of nattokinase," Acta Haematol 84(3) (1990): 139-43.) In 1891 Dr. Jokichi Takamine filed patent applications for "Taka koji" from Aspergillus oryzae (a fungus rich with enzyme activity). This formed the basis for Dr. Takamine's fermentation process for the industrial production of a fungal amylase, the first of its kind." - Tom Bohager, Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes to Treat Everything from Digestive Problems and Allergies to Migraines and Arthritis (Get the book.)

"Study Shows That natto Contributes to Healthy Blood Flow Nattokinase has been the subject of a number of studies, including two human trials. In one of them, twelve healthy Japanese volunteers were given 200 g of natto before breakfast. The amount of time it took to dissolve a blood clot dropped by 48 percent, and their ability to dissolve clots remained for 2 to 8 hours." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"As discussed above, natto itself contains vitamin K2, which while great for healthy bones, can also interfere with blood-clotting medications. Work with someone knowledgeable in both medications and natural substances if you're going to either get off blood clotting meds or use them with natural substances that work similarly. Also keep in mind that as natto becomes more popular it will probably be embraced, coopted, and therefore ruined by the food industry. Since it's not very palatable in its natural, sticky state, it's inevitable that food companies will attempt to make it taste better." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Biological Pharmacology Bulletin 18: 1387-91, 1995] In fact, natto was shown to have the highest clot-busting activity of 200 foods tested in Japan. It doesn't take long to recognize that the consumption of natto among Japanese may be a reason for their longevity. The prevention of blood clots is crucial in preventing and surviving heart attacks and strokes. natto can also hinder the development of clots in the legs that can be released into the brain or lungs and threaten life, prevent bacteria from adhering to tissues, and halt the spread of undetected tumors. — r - -,— - — - - - * Dr." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"These forms include tempeh, miso, and natto, which are superior to other forms of soy. Tofu is not cultured, but is precipitated into a curd from soy milk and is a more concentrated protein than other forms of soybean preparations; it can be better digested if eaten with vegetables, or eaten in a soup broth. Soy imparts excellent health benefits due to their isoflavones, which is why you should consider consuming non-GMO, cultured forms of soy (i.e., miso, tempeh, and natto) in moderation." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"Only soy products, such as miso, tempeh and natto provide soy nutrients that can easily be absorbed and utilized by the body. To make soy products nutritious and healthy, they must be carefully fermented—according to the traditional preparation methods used in Japan. Typically, soy must be fermented for at least two summers, ideally for 5-6 years, before it becomes beneficial for the body." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"In one of them, twelve healthy Japanese volunteers were given 200 g of natto before breakfast. The amount of time it took to dissolve a blood clot dropped by 48 percent, and their ability to dissolve clots remained for 2 to 8 hours. Recently, some highly regarded vitamin companies began marketing nattokinase as a supplement, and some very cutting-edge nutritionists often recommend it as an alternative to blood-thinning medications and to help guard against strokes. (Note: Don't try this at home, folks." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"When serving natto as its own dish, mix it with mustard, soy sauce, and chopped scallions to taste. Allow one tablespoon per serving as a condiment for rice or other grains. natto is also tasty stirred into soups and noodles. natto is a potent digestive aid because it is fermented and because its own culture of enzymes assists in the digestion of other foods. It is considered medicinal for the regenerative organs and it helps regulate blood sugar. This condiment contains no salt and is an excellent source of protein." - Dianne Onstad, Whole Foods Companion: A Guide For Adventurous Cooks, Curious Shoppers, and lovers of natural foods (Get the book.)

"Whole traditional soy foods such as tofu, tempeh, miso, natto, and edamame •r Ground flaxseeds, two tablespoons a day Supplements for Sex-Hormone Balance In addition to your basic supplement plan, this essential anti-inflammatory omega-6 fat (GLA or gamma linoleic acid) can help balance sex hormones: -;- Evening primrose oil, 1,000 mg twice a day Herbs and Phytonutrients The following herbs and phytonutrients can be particularly helpful for women coping with PMS or menopause." - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"The Japanese folk remedy natto, which comes from the popular food made from fermented soybeans, may be very helpful in both preventing and treating cardiovascular disease. It fights the buildup of fibrin (a protein that reduces circulation), breaks up clots, and restores blood circulation to diseased vessels. Studies have indicated that natto may be an effective replacement for warfarin (Coumadin). A side benefit was an approximate 10 percent lowering of both diastolic and systolic blood pressure." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Natto Works Wonders for the Skin I'm including natto in the list of the world's healthiest foods because it really is—but there's not much danger that too many people are going to start eating it. Most people hate the softness of the fermented soybeans, not to mention the stickiness and the smell. Even many Japanese don't like it. But if you can stand it, it not only supports good circulation, but it also makes your skin glow. The very same compound that makes it sticky— polyglutamic acid—also increases the natural moisturizing factor in skin. experts' top ten i^mh Andrew L. Rubman, N.D." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"A recent study of 700 elderly Indonesians showed that properly fermented soy, such as tempeh, miso, natto and soybean sprouts (not genetically modified) helped improve memory, particularly in participants over 68 years of age. The study also affirms that high tofu consumption (at least once a day) was associated with worse memory, particularly among those over age 68. The study was published in Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders, June 27, 2008; 26(l):50-57." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"Natto can also hinder the development of clots in the legs that can be released into the brain or lungs and threaten life, prevent bacteria from adhering to tissues, and halt the spread of undetected tumors. — r - -,— - — - - - * Dr. Hiroyuki Sumi, MD, PhD, a professor at the Kurashiki University of Science and the Arts, was the first to identify the properties of natto. His discovery was reported in 1986." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"Fermented soybean products such as miso, natto, and tempeh are high in vitamin Bl2 and have potent antioxidant activity. Miso, a popular seasoning, which is created by fermenting soybeans and rice, is one of Asia's most important foods. When the Chinese first discovered this remarkable delicacy they reserved it exclusively for the nobility. Miso later became a staple food of the Orient, used for over 2,000 years. natto is a typical soybean food in Japan, made by fermenting steamed soybeans and the bacteria Bacillus natto. Traditional natto is eaten with hot rice, soy sauce, and mustard." - J. Robert Hatherill, Eat To Beat Cancer: A Research Scientist Explains How You and Your Family Can Avoid Up to 90% of All Cancers (Get the book.)

"If you want to eat soy products, eat tempeh, miso, natto, and wheat-free tamari (soy sauce), which have been fermented. With fermentation, these foods have had their nutrients that inhibit digestion and absorption of some minerals neutralized and can be eaten safely in small amounts. Don't rely on soy as a protein source; instead, think of it as a condiment—a small part of a balanced diet. The Pulse o ??o ??o??o • If you eat com, make a commitment to stop buying GMO com and start buying local organic com in season and eat it only in small quantities." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"Our Recommendations For both prevention and as part of a therapeutic program, we suggest eating natto two to three times a week. You can find it at Japanese grocers or health food stores. As for K-2 in supplement form, it is currently available only in low doses in a handful of bone formulas, not significant enough to have an effect against plaque. Dr. Sinatra has been developing a vitamin K-2 supplement, containing 150 meg, which will be available in early 2007. We think that a daily intake level of 150 meg will be needed." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.) "The highest concentration occurs in the fermented Japanese soy dish natto, which we highly recommend as "therapy food," as well as in fermented and curded cheese. Both K-l and K-2 are important for the health of bones and arterial tissue, but K-2 is clearly the more beneficial of the two nutrients. Recent research suggests that K-2 is more effective in slowing down the resorption of bone cells and increasing bone mineralization, which means stronger, healthier bones. It has also been shown to counteract arterial damage (atherosclerosis), which translates into better heart health." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"She said she loved watermelon, purple sweet potatoes, and natto (traditional fermented soybeans). She loved running and basketball and would rather be exercising than playing video games. When I asked Kurara what she wanted to be when she grows up, she puckered her lips and threw her head back. "I want to be a fashion model." She stood up and sashayed across the yard, swaying her hips as if she were on a runway. "I practice everyday." "But I also love kendo (Japanese fencing)" she said. "I am a samurai." - Dan Buettner, The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest (Get the book.)

"Japanese enjoy soy in the form of tofu, natto, and miso. Research now shows that in elderly individuals, for every 80 calories of legumes they have in their daily diet, they reduce their risk of premature death by seven to eight percent. There is no other single component in the Mediterranean diet for which such a claim can be made. There is life force in the legume. Peanuts are not a nut, they are a legume. The peanut plant comes from South America and is a food product uniquely American. It is potentially a nutritious food." - Byron J. Richards, The Leptin Diet: How Fit Is Your Fat? (Get the book.)

"Soy (Organic Sources) Use organic fermented sources such as natto (fermented soybeans), Tempeh, Tofu, Miso, or Tamari. Eden* Organic www.edenfoods.com/store/product_info.php?products_id= 107580 1 (888) 424-3336 San-J International, Inc. www.san-j.com/product_list.asp?id=l 1 (800) 446-5500 SoyBoy® www.soyboy.com/index.htm 1 (585) 235-8970 Sugar (Organic Replacements) Replace refined sugars and artificial sweeteners (saccharin, neotame, acesulfame potassium, aspartame, and sucralose) with organic Agave Nectar®, Xylitol®, raw cane sugar, or locally grown unprocessed honey. Agave Nectar www." - Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, Health Begins in the Colon (Get the book.)

"There are many varieties of miso; hacho miso is made only from soybeans, and natto miso is made from ginger and soybeans. Most of the others are made from soybeans and a grain. Despite my reservations about soy in general, there is a lot of research on the benefits of some soy protein in the diet, and miso would be one way to get soy protein in your diet from a healthy traditional food. A V-t cup of pure miso contains 8 g of soy protein—not a fantastic amount, but worth noting nonetheless." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

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