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The “Personalisation of Bread” module the other half of The Diploma. The Diploma is made up of 2 modules.  Bake for Health and Personlisation of Bread.

Module Overview:

• Enhanced Learning Path: By adding this module, students enrolled in certificate courses can upgrade their learning experience to attain The Sourdough School Diploma qualification.
• Focused on Health and Baking: This module delves deeply into how different types of bread can be tailored to support various health conditions, aligning with the BALM (Baking as Lifestyle Medicine) philosophy.

Eligibility:

• Exclusively available for students enrolled in courses where the certificate is included.
• Ideal for those who have completed or are currently enrolled in certificate-level courses and wish to advance their learning, or for student who have booked the 4 day workshop and wish to upgrade to the diploma.

Learning Outcomes:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of how to personalise bread recipes for health benefits.
• Develop skills in modifying bread-making techniques to cater to specific dietary needs and health conditions.
• Expand knowledge on the role of bread in managing and supporting health, particularly in areas such as digestive health, mental well-being, chronic illness management, and more

‘Vanessa’s work on sourdough and the gut microbiome is changing the way we think of food, health and baking.’– Professor Tim Spector, Founder of Zoe

Student interview – Dr Ed Copley 

 How can you personalise bread?

The “Personalisation of Bread” module at The Sourdough School is a vital component of our comprehensive approach to baking as lifestyle medicine. It’s designed to address a variety of health concerns through the therapeutic and nutritional aspects of bread making. Here’s an explanation of how this module can support health in various clinical areas:

1. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS):
   • The topic focuses on bread recipes that are gentle on the digestive system, incorporating ingredients that are known to be beneficial for IBS sufferers.
2. Cardiovascular Diseases:
   • Incorporates heart-healthy ingredients and baking methods that align with dietary guidelines for cardiovascular health.
3. Chronic Constipation:
   • Emphasises high-fibre bread recipes that can aid in improving digestive health.
4. Social Isolation Symptoms:
   • Baking serves as a communal and therapeutic activity, helping alleviate feelings of isolation.
5. High-Stress Levels:
   • The calming process of baking, combined with specific recipes, can help manage stress and support mental well-being.
6. Mood Disorders (Depression and Anxiety):
   • Focuses on the therapeutic aspects of baking as a mindfulness practice, which can be beneficial for mood regulation.
7. Blood Glucose Dysregulation:
   • The module offers recipes and techniques for bread that help in managing blood sugar levels.
8. Obesity or Weight Management Issues:
   • Teaches baking methods and recipes that align with healthy weight management plans.
9. Anxiety from Situational Challenges:
   • Baking as a focused and creative activity can offer relief from various life stresses, including parenting and caregiving challenges.
10. Other Medical or Psychosocial Conditions:
    • The BALM approach is versatile and can be adapted to support various conditions where diet and lifestyle interventions are beneficial.
11. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and Early-Stage Dementia:
    • Engaging in baking activities can stimulate cognitive functions and provide a sense of accomplishment.
12. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) or Fibromyalgia:
    • The module includes anti-inflammatory recipes and baking as a therapeutic activity.
13. Recovery from Addiction:
    • Baking serves as a mindful practice that supports the recovery process.
14. Sleep Disorders:
    • Baking activities, combined with dietary management, can contribute to better sleep routines.
15. Cancer Care and Bowel Cancer Risk:
    • Offers recipes rich in fibre and nutrients beneficial for cancer patients and those at risk of bowel cancer.
16. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD):
    • Focuses on recipes that adhere to guidelines on wholegrain introduction and gluten fermentation to reduce inflammation.

 Benefits:

• Engage with medical and baking experts in live sessions.
• Use baking as a therapeutic activity to support health and well-being.
• Access to a supportive, friendly community.
• Tools and resources to actively engage in health journey

How can you prescribe Baking as Lifestyle Medicine?

Our Diploma Students are trained to prescribe BALM clinically. The BALM Protocol is the framework for the way the Sourdough Club teaches people to approach baking.  By inviting their patients to join the club, they learn to bake nourishing bread that enhances mental and physical and mental health as a social prescription.

To understand the licensing and how practitioners can access and the extensive resources offered to graduates as they become part of the systems change. Notably, each licence enables medical professionals to prescribe patient vouchers worth over £10,000 subsidised by The Sourdough Club social discount vouchers, reducing monthly membership to less than the cost of the average supermarket sandwich.

Course Prospectus

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‘Vanessa’s approach to baking nourishes both the gut and the mind.’
– Dr Michael Mosley

‘This is a journey. And these aren’t just courses. Kimbell wants to change the bread we eat, one loaf at a time. She’s the real deal: a total inspiration.’
– Diana Henry, the Telegraph.