Change lifestyle one step at a time - The Courier=Times

One of the most effective ways to make healthy lifestyle changes in your life is to start with small, manageable steps. The Extension Office is often providing information on meal planning, portion control and exercise, which are just a few ways to get started toward improving your health. Not only does meal planning help you eat more healthy, but it also helps you save money and time at the grocery store. It can start small by simply making a grocery list for one or two meals for the week. You can also utilize canned or frozen foods throughout the week in order to prevent extra trips to the store, food waste and to get your fruits and vegetables into your diet. Exercise is often a daunting idea for a lot of people but it is important to remember to simply move more and be less sedentary. Adults are supposed to get 150 minutes of moderate intensive physical activity per week but just start with 5 minutes a day and build up. There are a lot of exercise classes at the Senior Center, Parks and Rec, local gyms or group classes throughout the community. Any of these small changes can lead to an overall healthier lifestyle.

Our November monthly lunch n’ learn session will be Tuesday, November 12th from 12-1 p.m. and will focus on “Taking Charge of Your Diabetes.” We will discuss diabetes, meal planning, food recommendations and holiday tips. The cost to attend is $5 and includes lunch. You must pre-register and pre-pay by Friday, Nov. 8.

Try the following recipe courtesy of Walk Georgia website at https://site.extension.uga.edu/walkgeorgia/. For more information on Food for Thought programs, check us out online at http://facebook.com/persongranvillefcs or email jennifer_grable@ncsu.edu

Spaghetti Squash with Parmesan Cheese

Serves 6

5 lb. spaghetti squash

1/4 cup olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp white pepper

1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1 Tbsp fresh minced basil or parsley (for garnish)

Pierce squash in several places with a fork. Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours at 400 degrees F on a baking sheet. The squash is done when it yields to pressure when squeezed gently. Remove from oven and let cool. Heat large saucepan over medium heat. When hot, add oil and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes or until garlic is cooked but not brown. When squash is cool enough to handle, cut it open and remove the seeds. Then use a fork to pull the long strands of squash out of the shell.

Add to the garlic oil in the pan. Toss gently with parmesan and pepper.

Nutritional Information: 152 calories, 11g fat, 130mg sodium, 2g fiber, 4g protein

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