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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Register to Join Dr. Vanessa Kimbell for a free Exclusive Open Discussion Session

The discussions are designed to offer participants a glimpse into the foundational principles of the BALM Protocol and Dr. Kimbell’s innovative approach to baking, nutrition, and health. It is an open platform for potential new student to learn how Dr Kimbell teaches and you can discover more about interactive learning, and her discussion based education style, providing an invaluable chance to dive deep into topics that align with enhancing well-being through the art of baking.

2025 Sessions.

  • Expert Insights: Dr. Kimbell will select a topic that offers a profound understanding of the BALM Protocol and share her wealth of knowledge and research findings.
  • Interactive Experience: Get a taste of Dr. Kimbell’s teaching style, which seamlessly blends academic rigour with approachable warmth, making complex subjects accessible to all.
  • Engage with Like-minded Individuals: This session is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others who share a passion for baking, health, and nutrition.
  • Limited Spaces: To maintain an intimate and engaging environment, places are capped at 100 participants, ensuring a more personalised interaction.

Session Details

  • Date: Monthly
  • Time: 18.30 London Time
  • Location: Zoom

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All reasonable care is taken when advising about health aspects of bread, but the information that we share is not intended to take the place of treatment by a qualified medical practitioner. You must seek professional advice if you are in any doubt about any medical condition. Any application of the ideas and information contained on this website is at the reader's sole discretion and risk.

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