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Feature|Videos|December 1, 2025
The Benefits of Nattokinase with NSK-SD®
Author(s)Vincent Hackel, JBSL-USA
Key Takeaways
- Understand the research and rigorous testing that support the quality and identity of NSK-SD®.
- Learn how NSK-SD® may play a role in supporting women’s cardiovascular health.
Vincent Hackel, President & CEO of JBSL-USA, shares how NSK-SD® sets the standard in nattokinase science—from research and manufacturing to global opportunities in women’s heart-health innovation.
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In this interview, Vincent Hackel, President and CEO of JBSL-USA, explores the science and innovation behind NSK-SD®, a nattokinase enzyme derived from non-GMO soybeans and backed by a growing body of clinical research. He explains how JBSL’s proprietary manufacturing process and decades of study distinguish NSK-SD® from other nattokinase ingredients. Hackel also touches on the enzyme’s potential relevance to cardiovascular wellness—including women’s heart health—along with opportunities for product developers to incorporate NSK-SD® into retail formulations. He concludes with a look at the global regulatory landscape and the expanding international demand for clinically supported cardiovascular ingredients.
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