The Sourdough School

DIVERSITY BREAD® || PERSONALISED BREAD || BAKING AS LIFESTYLE MEDICINE

BAKE WITH THE HANDS OF AN ARTISAN AND THE MIND OF A CLINICIAN

Set within the walled gardens of Dr Vanessa Kimbell's beautiful Victorian home in rural Northamptonshire, The Sourdough School is home to the Proven Bread Programme, teaching the art and science of nutrition, the gut microbiome and fermentation in bread. We train bakers to produce Diversity Bread® and healthcare professionals to personalise bread through Baking as Lifestyle Medicine. Arrange a conversation today.

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QUICK START Resources

Welcome to the ” Quick Start Navigation,” your initial stepping stone in this exciting journey through our Diploma program! This section serves as your orientation guide, detailing essential pages and resources you should familiarize yourself with.

Please Note: Some pages and resources within this quick start guide may not be accessible until the course officially begins. Rest assured, as the course progresses, these restricted areas will unlock, providing you with more valuable information and tools.

The ” Quick Start Navigation” is designed to:

  1. Orient you to the platform’s interface and layout.
  2. Highlight the essential areas you’ll frequent during the course.
  3. Provide preliminary information that will be crucial as you delve into the program.

This guide ensures you’re well-equipped to navigate the platform efficiently, helping you to focus more on your learning and less on technical difficulties.

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STUDENT TASK: Gathering Free Botanicals in October

STUDENT TASK: Gathering Free Botanicals in October

Increasing Folate in your Bread Task

Increasing Folate in your Bread Task

An Exclusive Autumn Retreat Invitation for Alumni & Club Members

An Exclusive Autumn Retreat Invitation for Alumni & Club Members

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