Breast cancer affects one out of seven females (and it finds men, too). It is a disease for which there is no known cure at this time, though scientists valiantly seek answers in studies throughout the world. Certainly more information is known about some of the causes, but there isn’t a sure way to prevent a breast cancer diagnosis. Choices you make can help improve your chances for successful treatment and survival with early detection.

Regular self-breast examinations, performed at the same time each month, are one of the most important actions you can take for your health. Done month to month, you are able to detect any changes that otherwise might not be discovered until your annual mammogram. A few months or a year is a long time in the life of a tumor, so committing to regular self-examinations is critical for your health. Keep a log, including the month and notes about any changes you notice in your breasts. Consult with your doctor immediately if you notice any of the indications of a possible tumor or if you are uncomfortable with a change that develops in your breast(s).

Speaking of mammograms, it is important to note that there is controversy about the procedure. They have become the standard for breast cancer detection, but they cannot prevent or cure the disease. And, many researchers and activists believe the radiation from mammograms may actually be a cause of breast cancer. You can read more about this very important topic here. Breast thermography, researched for over 30 years, is gaining more respect in the health care industry for its ability to detect tumors even sooner than mammograms. Using no radiation or compression, thermography examines the changes in the temperature and blood vessels of the breasts to detect cancer or pre-cancerous growth. Learn more about breast thermography here. {please be sure to consult with medical professionals you trust to determine your best course of action}

Of course, the food you eat affects your health. We see that time and again in studies related to diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and many other health challenges. To reduce your risk of breast cancer, fruits, vegetables and whole grains with antioxidant properties are a must in your diet. For example, increasing your intake of cruciferous vegetables with phytochemicals known as indole-3-carbinols such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, kale and brussels sprouts can assist your body in producing a safer and beneficial type of estrogen, 2-hydroxyesterone and reducing the tumor-promoting estrogen, 16-hydroxyestrone.

Spicing up your life is also a good way to include cancer-fighting foods in your diet. If you are not already, add these powerful spices to your food:

• Turmeric
• Saffron
• Rosemary
• Ginger,
• Dill
• Thyme
• Garlic
• Peppermint
• Oregano – ranks highest for antioxidant content

Fiber is also a must for your diet because it helps the body rid itself of toxins and other waste building up inside which can lead to adverse reactions in the body. In addition, fiber helps the immune system function properly. Lentils are a great source of dietary fiber as well as iron, protein, and potassium. In addition to the cancer-fighting properties of the fiber, lentils help lower cholesterol and manage blood sugar disorders because the high fiber prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal. Other delicious sources of fiber include strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, plums, pears, apples and nuts. And please don’t forget about kale (such a powerhouse!), collard greens and swiss chard! Fiber never tasted so good.

Next Steps:

1. Schedule self-examinations with yourself. Make a note in your calendar so you are doing the exams the same time each month.
2. Add more fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your diet. Have fun by trying new ones each month.
3. Spice up your life. Try them all and see which ones you like best. Think about your favorites dishes and substitute different spices for variety.
4. Don’t forget about exercise – engage in regular physical activity to keep your body strong.

These steps will help your incorporate cancer-fighting foods into your diet. If you are concerned about the foods you eat and want to discuss how you can live a healthy, more vibrant life, contact me at jodi@bravowellness.com or call 413-282-7286. At Bravo! Wellness, I work with my clients to create manageable lifestyle changes so they are able to reach their goals and maintain a healthy and fulfilling standard of living.

About a year ago, I was told I was borderline hypothyroid. Although I didn’t like hearing that, it did help to explain some of the things going on inside my body. I also knew it meant I needed to do a lot of research and find out what foods would nourish my thyroid and what foods might contribute to the uncomfortable symptoms. Today I’m going to focus on soy.

Soy has goitrogens which can negatively impact thyroid function when consumed in high amounts. Maybe some tofu once a week is OK. The problem is that with soy in virtually all processed food, it is very easy to consume “high amounts” and not even realize it.

Another major concern is that approximately 99% of soybeans are genetically modified and contain the highest percentages of pesticide contamination. Soybeans also contain phytic acid which can block the absorption of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, copper, iron and zinc. Adding insult to injury, soy also has enzyme inhibitors that can reduce the effects of enzymes necessary for proper protein digestion.

I knew I wanted to eliminate soy from my diet and told myself I would “try.” Yep – I was setting myself up for failure. As Yoda said in Star Wars, “Do. Or do not. There is no try.” I promised myself I would stop eating the “healthy” protein bars with soy protein “tomorrow” and that the cup in my hand was the last Starbucks soy latte I was going to drink. This continued for way too long, I’m embarrassed to admit.

Finally, I asked myself, “Jodi, what would you tell a client to do if they were “trying” to eliminate soy from their diet but weren’t succeeding?” Light bulb moment: I would coach my clients about making the DECISION to eliminate soy and that’s what I needed to do! And so I did. On August 30 I made a decision that as of September 1 I was eliminating soy from my diet. It’s now October 5 and I have not had a soy latte since the end of August and I haven’t eaten the protein bars that I know have soy in them.

Last week when I wasn’t feeling well, I couldn’t sleep and went to the kitchen to make a cup of tea. I boiled the water and pulled out a random bag of tea from the cabinet. It wasn’t a brand we usually have around and I’m really not sure where it came from. It was green tea and I wanted to be sure there wasn’t any sweetener added. The good news, no sweetener. The bad news- it contained soy! Oh the irony – I’m avoiding soy lattes but there’s soy in the tea in my apartment! Fortunately, I had plenty of tea to choose from and skipped that bag of green tea.

But, it got me thinking. Is there soy in the other teas in my cabinet? Oh that would really make me mad! I looked at my box of Tazo Zen tea (which I also always drink at Starbucks since I’m no longer ordering a soy latte). It listed natural flavors and I started to freak out thinking that could mean soy. While steeping my tea in the middle of the night, I went online and sent a message to Tazo asking about soy. I received an email response less than 24 hours later assuring me there was no soy or lecithin in Tazo teas. Whew! Relief.

Valuable lesson re-emphasized: read food labels. It is imperative you know what is in the food you are going to eat. The ingredients have a huge effect on your body and your life.

What decision can you make, today, to positively impact your health and well-being?

Next Steps:

1. Make one decision today that you’ve been thinking about or trying to do for a while.
2. Notice the effect the decision has on your life and well-being.
3. Read food labels so you know what you might be eating.
4. Take good care of yourself and begin boosting your immune system so you are prepared for cold/flu season.

This assignment will empower you to make changes you know you want to make for your health and well-being. If you are concerned about the foods you eat and want to discuss how you can live a healthy, more vibrant life, contact me at jodi@bravowellness.com or call 413-282-7286. At Bravo! Wellness, I work with my clients to create manageable lifestyle changes so they are able to reach their goals and maintain a healthy and fulfilling standard of living.

The memories of September 11 were tough enough, then the Russian plane crash with (new) loss of life. I just can’t fathom a whole hockey team gone – in an instant. Reminders to be so grateful for all that I have, all that I’ve accomplished and all my big goals and dreams that I work for day after day. Novak Djokovic, after winning his first US Open (tennis) title, said to the New York City crowd, “My thoughts and prayers go to the victims of the September 11th attacks and their families. This (the tennis match) is fun, it’s sport. That’s life. We [the professional players] are so lucky to do what we love every day and make a living from it. We appreciate your support.” Gratitude.

I need to ask, What about you? Are you going for it? Are you aiming high? Please do! Don’t sell yourself short because you can do it! Remember Bela Karolyi, the US women’s gymnastics coach, cheering the young ladies in the Olympics: You can do it, he shouted! And they won the gold medal. Tell yourself you can do it – and believe it. Have faith in your abilities. Make the decision to be who you want to be. It takes courage, strength, faith, commitment and action.

I’d love to share a message Amy wrote after visiting New York City. I remember how much fun we had exploring my backyard – Grand Central Station, Fifth Avenue, Broadway…every street we walked on offered something new. I have access to it every day and too often I let the details slip by. Amy’s childlike wonder on that day was a magnificent reminder to open my eyes to what is in front of me, and to believe what you can achieve and make it happen.

On September 11, Keith and I took a long walk. It was poignant. I was with the man I adore in a city I love building a business I’m so proud of, thinking of my friends and family, and saying prayers for the victims and their families. I pray for the dead that they may rest in peace and for their families – that they may find strength from all of us who grieve for their losses and live their life to the fullest in honor of their loved ones.

Thank you for allowing me to be sad this week.

Next Steps:

1. Allow yourself to feel your emotions. If you are happy (yes, clap your hands!!), be happy. If you are sad, feel the sadness. Understand your emotions and work through them.
2. Keep a Gratitude Journal. Write down five things each day for which you are grateful. Could be as simple as “No traffic today” and as celebratory as “I got the promotion I wanted” or “I got the job!”
3. Go outside. See what you notice. What’s different? Do you know what’s in your own backyard?
4. Give someone a hug or say, “I love you.” See how much joy it brings them – and you.

These steps will help you find strength to live a fulfilled life by appreciating the good and working through the tough times. If you are concerned about your emotional eating habits, mindset and lifestyle choices and want to discuss options for change, contact me at jodi@bravowellness.com or call 413-282-7286. At Bravo! Wellness, I work with my clients to create manageable lifestyle changes so they are able to achieve their greatest potential in life, health and business.

Sleep is vital to our well-being. Do you remember your mother or father putting you to bed as a young child, telling you it was important to get a good night of sleep? Indeed, they were not only right, they were setting you up for a healthy life. Our bodies NEED the hours of sleep to relax and rejuvenate in order to function properly day after day.

Our circadian rhythms establish normal sleep patterns. They revolve around a 24-hour period and are associated with the rising and setting of the sun. In fact, the Latin root for circadian means “about a day.” Of course, circadian rhythms are sometimes adjusted by specific circumstances and habits; for example travel schedules and working a night shift. But, when inner clocks are continuously disturbed by diet, daily habits and stress, the body cannot regulate itself and chronic health problems are often the result.

The immune system is severely compromised by a lack of sleep. When a doctor says, “take two aspirin and call me in the morning,” it means that in addition to any medicine, a sick person MUST rest to strengthen their immune system and feel better. Recently, I was told that your body’s response to the flu vaccine is affected by sleep – the amount of antibody your body builds against the flu can be affected by as much as 50% if you didn’t get enough sleep before receiving the vaccine. Pretty shocking, isn’t it?

In case I don’t have your full attention yet – let me tell you about the importance of sleep and weight management. I had the opportunity to listen to a class with Dr. Shawn Talbott, a nutritional biochemist. He explained that a lack of sleep leads to an increase in cortisol (primary stress hormone). High levels of cortisol affect weight in two ways: first, it is a potent appetite signal, telling our brains we are hungry…for high carbohydrate/comfort foods. Think of the cavemen and the fight-or-flight response – in a fight for their lives, they ran for survival and then their brains got a signal, “You survived. Now re-fuel for more energy.” Secondly, high cortisol tells the fat cells in the b elly to store as much fat as possible in the body’s mid-section, as close to the vital organs as possible.

A study at the Psychobiology Department at the Federal University of Sao Paulo in Brazil also analyzed the effect of sleep on weight management. Several researchers investigated variations in sleep and its role in triggering metabolic disorders. Their findings showed that individuals who sleep less have a higher probability of becoming obese due to an increase of ghrelin (hunger hormone) and a decrease of leptin (satiety hormone).

Individuals who do not get enough sleep are also at high risk for type-2 diabetes. According to researchers at the University of Chicago Medical Center, “suppression of slow-wave (deep sleep) in healthy young adults significantly decreases their ability to regulate blood-sugar levels and increases the risk of type-2 diabetes.” Many other studies support these findings.

A consistent, sufficient sleep pattern is clearly essential for the dietary balance of the body. When considering health and well-being, sleep is as important, if not more so, than wholesome eating.

Next Steps:

1. Set up your life so you are able to enjoy good, quality sleep every night. Make sleep a priority when scheduling your day.
2. Watch caffeine consumption to make sure it is not affecting your ability to fall asleep.
3. Sit quietly for at least 15 minutes before lying down (read a magazine, write in your journal…watching television does not count.)
4. Play calm, soothing music while you are getting ready for bed.
5. Spritz lavender essential oil around your bedroom or pour some on a cotton ball and place near your pillow.

These steps will help you prepare for a good night of sleep to genuinely nourish your body, mind and spirit. If you are concerned about your sleep and eating habits and want to discuss options for change, contact me at jodi@bravowellness.com or call 413-282-7286. At Bravo! Wellness, I work with my clients to create manageable lifestyle changes so they are able to achieve their greatest potential in life, health and business.

I turned the page of Sunday’s (7/24/2011) New York Times and almost couldn’t believe what I was reading. An ad for New York Sports Clubs (of which I am a member) that screamed: your sexual orientation can’t stop you from getting married but your body can.

Yes, it was the first day that gay couples could marry legally in New York State. That is something to shout about! But to suggest that the way your body looks could make you undesirable and/or unworthy of marriage is a terrible message to send to millions of people.

Individuals who suffer from body image issues and eating disorders already feel trapped by their beliefs. The ad published by New York Sports Clubs perpetuates their low self-esteem and says, “If you don’t have a great body you aren’t lovable.” I remember feeling that way when many of my friends were getting married and I was single. However ridiculous the thought might have seemed to others, I wondered if it was because I wasn’t “skinny enough” to find the “right” guy.

I submitted a comment to Town Sports International /New York Sports in the Contact Us section of its website. Recently, Yoplait stopped airing  a commercial after the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) contacted General Mills about a commercial that was suggestive of thoughts and habits associated with disordered eating. Tom Forsythe, VP of Corporate Communications for General Mills, explained that the company didn’t see the ad in the way it was taken by NEDA and those who had complained, but out of concern for the population that is challenged with eating disorders the company decided to stop running the ad.

As a New Yorker, I am very happy that, finally, individuals in love, regardless of their sexual orientation, can get married legally. However, I don’t want to celebrate that at the expense of others who are suffering because of unreasonable societal standards.

Back in March, Selena Gomez released her new single, “Who Says”, on Ryan Seacrest’s show, “On Air With Ryan Seacrest.” At the time she said the new song was a way of sending a message to the “haters” who keep trying to bring her down, according to www.freshnewsdaily.com.

On June 9, Selena was hospitalized for food poisoning and exhaustion after becoming ill after an appearance on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” The young star later said, “The problem is that I don’t eat right” and that she was “malnourished.” Supposedly Selena is a candy junkie and likes to eat a lot of chocolate – M & Ms, Kit Kats and Snickers.

With the focus on malnourishment, Selena thanked and praised her mother for being a “supermom” who is “shoving vitamins down my throat.” This was the popular theme in many of the articles and online forums discussing Selena Gomez, her music and her boyfriend, Justin Bieber. But one in particular, mtv.com, wrote about Selena’s emotional state of mind.

The mtv.com post included Selena’s confession that “sometimes it’s hard to be famous. …I don’t want to live my life being afraid of what people are saying about me. I’ve lived that way for the first four years I was in the business and I was very unhappy.”

Unhappiness and eating too much chocolate – certainly 18-year-old Selena Gomez is not the first person to turn to chocolate to ease an emotional pain. It’s a popular remedy but not the right one. Unfortunately, the hospitalization showed that her over-indulgence in sugar was not a good choice.

On June 28, Ms. Gomez released her new album, When The Sun Goes Down, and performed “Who Says” on Live with Regis and Kelly. I found the lyrics quite telling:

(first verse)
You made me insecure
Told me I wasn’t good enough
But who are you to judge
When you’re a diamond in the rough
I’m sure you got some things
You’d like to change about yourself
But when it comes to me
I wouldn’t want to be anybody else

I commend Ms. Gomez for speaking publicly about her obsession with chocolate. But, I believe her need for chocolate goes further than simple cravings. Selena is not yet 20 years old and has been in the spotlight for several years. And she happens to be dating the world’s most famous teen heartthrob. Her life looks glamorous but it can’t be easy (she has received death threats because of her relationship with Justin Bieber).

I think the recent developments of her life have a message for young people and adults, alike. Food isn’t the answer to your problems. “Feel your feelings” and seek support from friends, family and professionals, if necessary.

Enjoy your life – and some dark chocolate every once in a while.

A spring detox does not have to be full of rules and restrictions. It doesn’t have to mean green drinks or daily water fasts. It can be anything you want it to be with a specific health, wellness and/or self-care goal in mind.

As I mention in the video, it can be as “simple” as reducing the amount of coffee you drink daily, or the amount of sugar you add to your cup of coffee. Making these changes for about two weeks will allow you to see that it is possible to make healthy changes without feeling deprived. After all, you still have your coffee (and your sugar as the case may be), but you are on your way to making changes to better support your overall well-being. Once you start eliminating some of the foods and drinks that may be sabotaging your health, you can continue to reduce the amounts and then add in healthier options, such as green tea for some caffeine.

The important thing is to look at your life and your goals – nutrition and health, career, relationships, family, physical activity and spirituality. Think about what you need to do to achieve your goals and then make a choice to engage in activities that support you.

And remember, this is about YOU. Your friends, family or co-workers may have goals they share with you, but you are a unique individual. Don’t feel pressured into signing up for an expensive cleanse or program if you are not certain it will fulfill your needs. [Having said that, I don’t want to discourage participation in structured events if there are any that call to you. There are some great programs and I’m happy to refer some to you if you are interested. Email info@bravowellness.com [with SPRING CLEANSE IDEAS in the subject line.]

Let me know what you choose to “cleanse” this season and how I can support you.

After hearing Nell Merlino speak at Tory Johnson’s Spark and Hustle conference, I was inspired to create my BEST Life Plan – a one page document that would outline my intentions as I see them at this point in my life. Like a business plan, my life plan will be like a GPS and guide me to my desired outcome. Nell suggested reviewing the one page business plan every quarter and I can already hear my GPS saying “recalculating” as I redefine my goals and change course. And that’s OK. It’s allowed. That’s the great thing about taking the time to write out the plan – you are reminded where you thought you were going and can incorporate lessons learned and new information to seek out a new destination if you desire to do so. The important message to remember is to enjoy the journey.

1. Who are you? What are your core values? What do you want to achieve in your lifetime?
I am a kind, caring, intelligent, nurturing and loving woman. I am a wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, and aunt (LOVE my nieces and nephews). I serve as a Best Life Mentor to my health coaching clients. I encourage them and empower them to live their best lives through customized nutritional and lifestyle information. I offer people the guidance, support and resources they need to set themselves free from toxic habits like emotional eating, people pleasing and workaholism (issues that plagued me throughout my childhood and adult life).

My core values include: trust, honesty, loyalty, appreciation, health, spirituality, romance, equality, passion, wisdom, personal growth, zest for life, productivity, challenge, security, collaboration, community, responsibility and commitment.

In my lifetime, I want to be the best person I can be – for myself, for my family and friends and to the people who are brought into my life. I want to be a successful entrepreneur because my success will mean that I am being of service to others in a big way. I know I can change lives and I want to do that for people around the world.

2. What changes are you looking to make in your life? What problem(s) do you want to solve?
I am looking to be more productive. I want to be in better shape. These past few years have been wonderful and life-changing in such an extraordinary way, but I need to honor my body and routinely work out and attend yoga classes like I used to. I know when I do that I am in true alignment with my body, mind and spirit.

3. What difference(s) will the changes make? What are your objectives? What do you measure to track results?
I will get to sleep earlier in the evening so I consistently get seven hours per night. I will accomplish more during the day because I will have systems in place, maintain my focus and not allow distractions to disturb my day. I will lose 20 pounds and look and feel my best like I did on my wedding day. I will measure my business growth by the number of clients I am serving, the number of speaking engagements I am asked to do month to month and the success of the book I am writing.

4. What do you have to do to achieve your goals? What kind of support do you need?
I have to stay true to my core values and stay in alignment with my body, mind and spirit. That means including time for the gym or yoga every day, writing in my journal, spending quality time with Keith and serving my clients in a big way. I am working with a new assistant who has been fabulous. I look forward to her continued support and growing both personally and professionally with her by my side.

5. Action plan – what is the actual work you are doing? Step-by-step…
Create daily systems sheet and follow along each day. Continue writing weekly ezine. Write blog posts at least twice a week. Submit articles to various sites. Make at least 3 contacts per day for speaking engagements. Maintain contact with former clients to support their ongoing efforts toward health and wellness. Continue seeking new information for clients – make time for research and development so I can share the latest news.

This is a work in progress and I’ve already made a note in my calendar to update this toward the end of June for the summer months. I’m excited to have this life plan and to continue sharing my goals with you as I grow and change. I would love to hear about your life plans.

Now, I get the shakes when I see Peeps in the stores. Years ago, I couldn’t wait for spring when they’d be out on the shelves before Easter (now they’re available almost all year!). And, if Easter was too close to Passover, I’d buy the Peeps and wait until it was “OK” to eat them. The best was the day after Easter when the Peeps would be 50% off. Seriously…this is what I used to think about.

Don’t I sound like an addict? This is not a joke – I was addicted! To sugar. Doesn’t seem like a problem since sugar is in almost all food sold in supermarkets and everyone eats it, but for me it became a BIG problem. I craved the high from sugar because I was missing something vital in my life: self-love.

Fearing judgment from others, working tirelessly to live up to others’ expectations, trying so hard to be perfect – all of this work took its toll on me and I did not appreciate me. I negated all of my value and forgot about my strengths. I was lonely inside but put on a happy face to the world. It worked for a long time, practically my whole life, until I crashed in my mid-30’s.

Back to the Peeps for a minute…look at the ingredients! They might as well put some coke (and I’m not talking about cola) on store shelves and sell it legally. It’s the same high and the same, dangerous addiction. And please don’t be fooled by the “gluten free” and “fat free” distinction. Gluten free doesn’t mean healthy. It means the product doesn’t contain gluten, but the amount of sugar in this candy is dangerous to all. Here’s a tip: when a label says “fat free” it means there is added sugar and other artificial sweeteners to add flavor.

I feel truly blessed that I have been on the journey of my life. There have been many, many wonderful times and some down-and-out moments as well. I was fortunate to get support when I needed it and have been guided to create a life I love, without the assistance of a sugar high. On this Valentine’s Day, I encourage you to stand in front of a mirror and say to yourself, “I Love You.” This unconditional love is the best gift you can give to you and others, because when you show up 100% for you, you can then truly give 100% to those you love.

After a great workout last night, I decided to take a walk to the local grocery store to see what chips are available for the average person (not a health nut, not a complete junk food junkie) to snack on during Sunday’s Super Bowl. Some items disgusted me and others were a pleasant surprise. I specifically went to the grocery store and not the health food store in my neighborhood because I wanted to get a snapshot of what might be available in supermarkets around the country – the national brands.

The first item I picked up was “Natural” Tostitos/Yellow Corn (made with certified organic corn). The ingredients: Whole Organic Yellow Corn, Expeller-Pressed Sunflower Oil, and Sea Salt. No Preservatives. 9 oz. /$3.99 (most expensive per ounce)

Next item I found was Tostitos/Hint of Lime (made with whole grains). Ingredients: Whole White Corn, Vegetable Oil (Corn, Soybean, Canola and/or Sunflower Oil), Maltodextrin (Made From Corn),  Salt, Sugar, Natural Flavors (Including Natural Lime Flavor), Corn Sugar, Sour Cream (Cultured Cream, Nonfat Milk), Corn Bran, Whey,  Spice, and Yeast Extract. Contains Milk Ingredients. Made with All Natural Ingredients.  13 oz. $3.99

I then saw a package of Fritos with the following ingredients: Whole Corn, Corn Oil, And Salt. No Preservatives.  9 ¼ oz.  $2.99

And finally, Doritos. This image says it all: disgusting. How could a chip have a list of ingredients two inches long?  12 oz. $3.99

Interestingly, all four products are made by Frito-Lay.

I really was pleasantly surprised by the Fritos and “Natural” Tostitos. Of course, I can’t go as far as to say these two snacks are healthy; however, the minimal number of ingredients is a positive guide to follow when selecting food at the grocery store. I would lean toward the “Natural” Tostitos because of the organic corn as opposed to the Fritos that are more likely to be made from genetically-modified corn. The good news is you can enjoy yourself at a Super Bowl party and have snacks with your friends without completely blowing your intention to eat healthier this year (after all, it is only February).

You need to be careful when considering the Tostitos/Hint of Lime. If you are sensitive to monosodium glutamate (MSG), this is not a good product for you. Although the packaging says NO MSG, the last ingredient on the list – yeast extract – is known to contain MSG.

My final thought: Run, don’t walk, away from the Doritos. Many of the ingredients, including the soybean oil, are probably genetically-modified and there is added MSG, sugars and artificial colors.

What are you going to snack on while watching the big game? Who are you rooting for?