PTRC. Be Healthier, stronger and more active

3 TIPS TO IMPROVE NUTRITION IN THE FALL 1. Harvest Your Herbs. Herbs tend to have higher levels of antioxidants and other phytonutrients than other types of vegetables. So even though we tend to eat them in relatively small quantities, herbs can add a lot of nutrition to foods. your nutrition all week long. If you’re using a pressure cooker or slow cooker, they also need very little supervision while they are cooking.

3. Make a New Fermented Friend. Probiotic foods help to promote the growth of helpful bacteria in your gut. Good gut bacteria can aid in digestion, nutrient absorption, and help youmaintain a healthy weight.

2. Become A Soup Chef. Getting into the habit of making a big pot of soup every weekend is a great way to improve

HEALTHY RECIPE: SPAGHETTI SQUASH ALFREDO

INGREDIENTS

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4 lb. spaghetti squash

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

1 c. Half and Half

3 tbsp. butter

1 c. Parmesan cheese

4 tbsp. shredded Mozzarella cheese

INSTRUCTIONS Scoop out and discard seeds from spaghetti squash halves. Prick outsides all over with sharp knife; season insides with 1/4 teaspoon with each salt and pepper. Microwave, cut sides down, on large microwave-safe plate on high 10 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, heat half-and-half and butter to simmering on medium-low; simmer 5 minutes, or until reduced slightly, then whisk in finely grated Parmesan cheese. With fork, scrape flesh of each squash half to separate into strands, leaving 1/2- inch border on sides; divide sauce among halves and top each with 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese. Broi l 1 to 2 minutes or until bubbly and browned in spots. Optional: Serve with green salad. Source: https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/recipes/ a33054/spaghetti-squash-alfredo-recipe-ghk1114/

STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE!

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FRONT PLANK FOREARMS & FEET Lie on your stomach with elbows bent. Your legs should be straight out behind you with your feet together. Raise up on your forearms and toes. Create a nice straight line with your body from your head to your heels. Concentrate on tucking your pelvis to engage your abs, squeezing your glutes and quads to keep your legs straight, and squeezing your legs together as you hold. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 3 times.

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