Nattokinase and Fibroids

Everyone seems to be talking about the benefits of taking the dietary supplement Nattobiotic to help lower blood pressure and avoid forming blood clots.  But, did you know that nattokinase, the enzyme in Nattobiotic, has also been shown to dissolve fibroids in women?  There have been many reports of women whom previously could not have children and actually got pregnant and carried a child to term after taking nattokinase.

What are fibroids?

Fibroids can grow in and around the uterus, and are made up of fibrin and collagen.  Fibrin is the same substance that causes blood to clot.  Nattokinase helps avoid the clotting inside our bodies by helping our bodies produce plasmin, an enzyme that helps dissolve and break down fibrin, a substance that can form blood clots, and also is the main constituent of fibroids. Studies have shown that daily doses of nattokinase help dissolve fibroids that may cause women to have heavy menstrual periods, and sometimes prevent pregnancy. 

What is nattokinase?

Nattokinase is an enzyme that is extracted from the cheesy substance created by the fermentation of a soy product called natto.  Japanese have used this plant in the breakfast meals for centuries, but only realized the positive effects on blood clotting and heart and circulatory systems when Dr. Hiroyuki Sumi, in 1980, discovered the positive effects of nattokinase while studying 150 different foods in a Chicago based research study. Dr, Sumi was so impressed by the preliminary results of nattokinase that he stopped all research and concentrated solely on nattokinase.

Is nattokinase safe?

Nattokinase has been extensively studied by scientists all over the world, including Japan and Korea.  Very few side effects have been reported by those taking nattokinase; however, no dietary supplement should be taken without first consulting with your personal physician, especially if you are considering getting pregnant.  No formal results of nattokinase are presently available for any possible effects to unborn fetuses. 

Nattokinase does help dissolve blood clots, and should not be taken with aspirin or any blood-thinner. The safety of any non-regulated supplement can depend on many factors such as quality of ingredients used, number of fillers in the capsule, and proper labeling of bottles.  Nattobiotic is a product developed by using raw nattokinase, and is being manufactured by a company who prides itself in providing only the best nattokinase available.  The ingredients in Nattobiotic are superior to anything else available on the market, and are manufactured in a tightly controlled environment.  Supplying superior products while maintaining the safety of our customers by using quality raw nattokinase is the pride built into every bottle of Nattobiotic.

Nattokinase verses surgery for fibroids

Very few options are available to eliminate the pain of fibroids in women. Although a hysterectomy, where the uterus is surgically removed, may be the best answer for many women, trying to dissolve it by taking Nattobiotic may be an option.  If your physician agrees that nattokinase may be helpful in your situation, the supplement of choice should be Nattobiotic, because it is a source of raw nattokinase, and is manufactured by a company who adheres to a strict code of ethics, and cares about your health.