Nattokinase
Nattokinase is an enzyme derived from the fermented soy food product nattō which appears to have some direct fibrinolytic (blood-clot-busting) activity. It is thought to have cardioprotective effects.
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What it is
Nattokinase is an enzyme derived from the fermented soy food product nattō which appears to have some direct fibrinolytic (blood-clot-busting) activity. It is thought to have cardioprotective effects.
Key findings
- Grade C: Factor VII
- Grade C: Factor VIII
- Grade C: Blood Pressure (High Blood Pressure)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Nattokinase
Quick Facts: Nattokinase
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:2
- Research Outcomes:11
- Key Effect:High Blood Pressure
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
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Research Citations (4)
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