Superfood Breakfasts That TURN BACK THE

Rise and shine with these nutrientpacked meals — they’re study-proven to outsmart the health sappers that drain women over 50. You’ll look and feel revitalized in no time!

1 BATTLING DRY SKIN AND WRINKLES? ENJOY EGGS

Dry indoor heat and cold winter air can leave skin parched, making fine lines look more pronounced. A fix: Eat two eggs daily. They deliver amino acids that increase levels of collagen (a protein that plays a key role in skin elasticity and hydration) by 35 percent to smooth skin. It also helps to supplement with collagen (we like Reserveage Nutrition Collagen Replenish, $16, The Vitamin Shoppe stores).

2 FEELING BLUE? TRY CHOCOLATE MUFFINS

Enjoying a chocolate sweet can help you feel more upbeat for 3 hours. That’s because plant compounds in chocolate energize brain neurons, increasing their production of happy hormones. For a quick treat, combine ⁄2 cup of chocolate-hazelnut

1 spread, 1 egg, 5 tbsp. of all-purpose flour and ⁄4 tsp.

1 of cinnamon. Pour into a muffin tin; bake at 350°F for 11 minutes. Top with chocolate sauce, if desired.

4 STUBBORN FAT? NIBBLE PB TOAST

A perfect reason to revisit this childhood favorite: Monounsaturated fats in peanut butter improve muscles’ ability to burn fat for fuel — and Harvard researchers say the effect is so powerful that it dampens hunger pangs to reduce calorie intake by 81 percent for up to 3 hours. For a peanut butter brand we like, try Smucker’s Natural Creamy ($3, walmart.com).

3 TIRED? SAVOR CRANBERRY PANCAKES

Cranberries are packed with nutrients that energize the central nervous system to chase away tiredness for up to 4 hours per handful, say Tufts University researchers. A delicious idea: Combine 1 cup of whole-berry cranberry sauce with ⁄ cup of water and 2 tbsp. of sugar. Bring the

2 3 mixture to a gentle boil, then let simmer until thick and serve over your favorite pancakes.

5 ACHY? SPOON UP PUMPKIN OATMEAL

Pumpkin puree is a creamy addition to a bowl of oats — and just ⁄2 cup each day can

1 slash pain and stiffness by 33 percent, report British researchers. To get rid of aches fast, combine ⁄2 cup

1 of pumpkin puree, 1 cup of water and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice. Bring to a boil, then add ⁄2 cup of

1 quick-cooking oatmeal. Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes more, stirring frequently. Enjoy!