https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/common-kitchen-staple-may-sharpen-your-brain-and-it-only-takes-2-tablespoonsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/common-kitchen-staple-may-sharpen-your-brain-and-it-only-takes-2-tablespoonshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/common-kitchen-staple-may-sharpen-your-brain-and-it-only-takes-2-tablespoons#u89702Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:28:29 +0000Eating about 2 tablespoons of tomato paste daily for three months may improve attention, processing speed, and associative memory in healthy adults. Researchers found that lycopene, an antioxidant in tomatoes, could support brain function. A small Spanish study of 42 healthy adults showed modest improvements in concentration, processing speed, and memory. The study suggests that incorporating tomato paste into one's diet may have cognitive benefits.Why it mattersThis study highlights the potential benefits of lycopene-rich foods for cognitive health. Tomato paste is a common kitchen stapl