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Natto is made by fermenting soybeans with a very special bacterium called Bacillus subtilis. This process gives it a sticky texture and a rather unique and strong smell. Let's be honest: its taste and ...

When natto is stirred, the soybeans give off a pungent aroma, and fine, sticky strands stretch from the container. Natto is a popular traditional Japanese food known for being nutritious. It’s made by ...

SAN ANTONIO — A Japanese superfood may help you live longer. Studies have shown Natto is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer, and it may help you lose weight. The fermented ...