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Nettle Tea: A Health-Boosting Adventure in the Forest with Kids

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Taking a trip with kids to the forest is always an adventure. As a family, we love to explore the outdoors and learn new things about nature. On our recent trip, we decided to go foraging for nettles to make some delicious nettle tea. Not only was it a fun activity for the kids, but it was also a great opportunity to teach them about the benefits of nettle tea. Nettle tea has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for various health conditions. It is packed with vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium, and vitamins A and C. Drinking nettle tea can help boost the immune system, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy skin and hair. To make nettle tea, you need to gather fresh nettles. Nettles are easy to find in the forest, and they grow abundantly in damp and shaded areas. However, you need to be careful when harvesting them, as they have stinging hairs that can cause skin irritation. It's best to wear gloves and long-sleeved shirts to pro

These Home made Gluten-Free Waffles are Almost 5 Times Cheaper than Store-Bought (and better tasting)

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Gluten-free waffles are a popular breakfast food among those who have celiac disease or are sensitive to gluten. While there are many store-bought options available, they can be quite expensive. However, with the right ingredients and recipe, you can make delicious gluten-free waffles at home that are not only healthier but also much cheaper than their store-bought counterparts. In this article, we'll focus on the health benefits, tastiness, and affordability of gluten-free waffles made from Schar flour. Health Benefits Schar flour is a blend of naturally gluten-free flours, including rice, corn, and potato starch, which makes it a healthy alternative to traditional wheat flour. These flours are low in calories and fat, but high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. By using Schar flour, you can make gluten-free waffles that are not only delicious but also nutritious. Tastiness Gluten-free waffles made from Schar flour are just as delicious as traditional waffles. They have a crispy te

Exploring the Best Kindergartens in Brno: A Review of 5 Top-Rated

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Choosing the right kindergarten for your child is a crucial decision that can set the tone for their educational journey. With so many options available in Brno (center), it can be overwhelming to make the right choice. That's why we've done the research for you and compiled a review of five of the top-rated kindergartens in the area. From the nurturing environment of Prvni Krok to the diverse curriculum of Elánek, our review aims to provide insight and guidance to parents seeking the best possible start for their children. So, if you're on the hunt for a kindergarten in Brno, read on to discover what each of these institutions has to offer. I scoured online reviews from Google, Facebook, and various czech search engines and parents' forums to compile an overview of each kindergarten's strengths and weaknesses, giving you a look at what each school offers. From the professional and caring staff of Človíček to the spacious and well-equipped facilities of Mateřídouška

Czech Folk Tale "Zlatovlaska" - Bilingual version (by ExpatMom)

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  Klasická česká pohádka o Zlatovlásce (A classical Czech folk tale about Raspunzel) Author:  Karel Jaromír Erben Zlatovlaska Byl jeden král, a byl tak rozumný, že i všem živočichům rozuměl, co si povídali,. A poslouchejte, jak se tomu naučil. Přišla k němu jednou nějaká stará babička, přinesla mu v košíku hada a povídá, aby si ho dal ustrojit: když ho sní, že bude všemu rozumět, co které zvíře v povětří, na zemi i ve vodě mluví. Tomu králi se to líbilo, že bude umět, co nikdo neumí, dobře babičce zaplatil a hned poručil sloužícímu, aby mu, tu rybu k obědu připravil: „Ale,“ prý, „ať jí ani na jazyk nevezmeš, sic mi to svou hlavou zaplatíš! “ Jiříkovi, tomu sloužícímu, bylo divné, proč mu to král tak tuze zapověděl. „Jak živ jsem takové ryby neviděl,“ povídá sobě sám, „vypadá zrovna tak jako had! a jaký by to byl kuchař, aby ani neokusil, co strojí ? “ Když to bylo upečeno, vzal kouštíček na jaz^k a pochutnával. V tom slyší kolem uší něco bzučet: „Nám taky něco! nám taky něco!“ Jiřík se

Gluten Free Apple Pie (the way we like it)

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 This is a traditional desert we usually make at least every 2-3 weeks, it is tasty and lasts well the next day, in case I bake at least 2 batches, or trays. The pie is made in gluten free option, but replacing the flour can bring similar results. Baking gluten free is a necessity in our family. I use Schar Mix Universal for mainkg this and it was ready in under 1 hour, but I did let it sit 30 min before powdering and slicing it in large squares, like we love it. Link to video how we make this pie at home Ingredients: 450 g Schar Universal Mix flour 250 g butter at room temp 2 eggs a pinch of salt some gf baking powder (aprx. 6g) You can make the dough sweet or not, depends - both ways it will be tasty. In case of no sugar I suggest using more apples for the filling. But if you prefer sweeter, here our tested options: 120 g white powder sugar plus 10g for sprinkling at the end (we sometimes substitute sugar for honey or dates cream as they are more health options). This 120g is the mi

Hiking Route to Údolí Ponávky - a lovely spring walk for all ages

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I realised that one important detail that we never mentioned here but we do regularly are our outdoor walks and hikes. There is no better time for us to spend than going outdoors. The one thing I do regularly as physical movement are the daily walks. At the weekend we take longer hikes and make it interesting by adding stops, nature games, small treasure hunts, just play hide and seek or admire the plants and nature in general. What better way to spend the time. SO, the idea came to keep the journal of our hikes here also, as sometimes I need to remember some routes and having them saved in one place would be nice, rather than on my files which are not well kept in one place organised. Trying to put together the details and information is a good idea also because many families with children usually love spending times outdoors. As foreigners here, finding information about various routes and hikes really takes some time, I spend a few 1-2h every week to plan our next hike. It might see