Disable hyperlinks in HTML notifications

I have the sample notification email; but also wondering how to get he Plain Text version to read clearer?

<p>You have a Proof ready for your review for the following Marketing Request:<br />[Related Marketing Request ID# + Title]: <strong style="background-color: #d3d3d3; padding: 0 5px; color: #000000;">[Document Name]</strong></p>
<p><strong>To Download Your Proof:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Select/highlight the following link: <strong style="background-color: #d3d3d3; padding: 0 5px; color: #000000;">%recLink%</strong></li>
<li>Copy and Paste the link into your browser</li>
<li>Right+Click and "Save As" to download/view your proof located under <strong>"Link to Proof (click on file name to download/view image)"</strong></li>
</ol>
<p><strong>To add a comment/approve your proof:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>In your Approval Log, select "EDIT" (pencil icon) icon at the top right corner of the page.</li>
<li>Add your comment, or use the "Approved by Customer "checkbox</li>
<li>Save/Close and a notification will be sent to the Marketing Team</li>
</ol>
<p>To see a copy of the Marketing Request submitted, see <strong style="background-color: #d3d3d3; padding: 0 5px; color: #000000;">[Related Marketing Request2 - Project Name]</strong>. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your request, or how to view your proof, please contact your Marketing Specialist: <strong style="background-color: #d3d3d3; padding: 0 5px; color: #000000;">[Related Marketing Request2 - Facility/program - Account Representative]</strong></p>
<p>Have a Great Day!<br />FFR Marketing</p>