From the memory-boosting power of lion’s mane mushrooms to turmeric’s talent for erasing pain, store shelves are packed with superfoods that promise to help your health and satisfy your taste buds.

Matcha lattes burn fat

A trendy brew made from baby green tea leaves and creamy soy milk is more than just delicious, it may also boost fat burn. Matcha contains significantly more of the metabolism-boosting compound EGCG than the already high levels in ordinary green tea, according to University of Colorado research. Plus, a Japanese study suggests that unsweetened soy milk’s isoflavones improve metabolism, helping you lose more weight with less effort.

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Mushrooms reverse brain aging

Lion’s mane mushrooms are packed with bioactive compounds that may help regrow neural connections in the brain as we age. And a study in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience found that adults with a form of mild cognitive decline who took a supplement containing approximately 1 gram of lion’s mane mushroom daily for 49 weeks experienced significantly improved cognitive scores compared to those taking a placebo. Simply sprinkle a pinch of the mildly flavored ground mushroom—which tastes a little like lobster or crab—over any savory dish or salad and enjoy.

Turmeric alleviates knee pain

Vibrant yellow turmeric has been the go-to remedy for centuries in India to soothe arthritis pain. Now, a four-week study in the journal Trials finds the compound curcumin in the spice reduces painful arthritis inflammation in the knees as effectively as the Rx Voltaren—without the side effects of NSAIDs. Add 1 tsp. of turmeric to your favorite smoothie recipe along with a pinch of black pepper to boost absorption.

Tip!

Tropical maqui berry supplements are packed with antioxidants that reduce dry eye symptoms by up to 72 percent, according to Japanese scientists. One to try: Paradise Herbs Maqui Berry.

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Chia seeds reduce blood-sugar spikes

Sipping a glass of “chia water” with a high-carbohydrate meal or sweet treat may help you sidestep blood-sugar spikes, suggests a study in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition . When mixed with water, the tiny seeds create a gel-like substance packed with soluble and insoluble fibers. Researchers think this slows down the digestion of carbs, blocking them from flooding your bloodstream with glucose. To make your own healing sip: Stir 1 Tbs. of chia seeds into 2 cups of water. Let sit for at least 10 minutes until they gel slightly, then enjoy. Bonus: Chia seeds are packed with magnesium, which a study in the journal Diabetes Care found reduces your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Boost immunity

Stanford scientists say adding gut-friendly fermented foods like kombucha, pickles or kefir to your diet improves your immunity in 10 weeks. Around 75 percent of your immune cells live in your gut, so savoring more foods and drinks with beneficial probiotics that nourish the gut boosts your ability to fend off colds and the flu, suggests a study in Nutrients .

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