The Sourdough School

BALM – Proven as one of the healthiest approaches to bread in the world.

Based in the walled gardens of Dr. Vanessa Kimbell's beautiful Victorian home in rural Northamptonshire, UK, we tutor individuals and train bakers and healthcare professionals in Baking as Lifestyle Medicine (BALM). Personalising bread to your lifestyle, gut microbiome, and unique genetics for optimal health—tailoring fermentation, fibre, and diversity so that your daily bread becomes the foundation of your health.

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Personalised Bread Questionnaire

Please Fill Out the Personalised Bread Consultation Questionnaire below 

This detailed form provides essential insights into your history of bread and digestion, helping Dr Kimbell tailor your session.

  • Time Required: Please set aside at least 1 hour to complete the form.

Tips for Completing the Form:

  • Ensure you have a stable internet connection and are in a quiet, uninterrupted environment.
  • If you need to write detailed responses, we recommend drafting them in a Word document and pasting them into the form to avoid losing data.
  • After submitting, leave the page open for about a minute to ensure your responses upload successfully. Navigating away too soon may result in lost of the data.
  • Once you have filled in your health Questionnaire you will need to Register as a Student. 

Please fill in all sections. 

Personalised Bread Questionnaire

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How do you feel after eating bread? Please tick all that apply: *
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How often do you consume bread? *
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How much fibre do you estimate you consume daily? *

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Terms and Conditions: Baking and Nutritional Advice from The Sourdough School

By participating in courses, following advice, or making bread under the guidance of Dr. Vanessa Kimbell and The Sourdough School, you agree to the following:

  1. Nutritional Advice
    The guidance provided by Dr. Vanessa Kimbell and The Sourdough School is intended to support your overall nutrition and well-being. This advice is not a substitute for professional medical treatment or diagnosis. The information provided is evidence-based but tailored to general nutritional principles and not to your specific medical conditions unless otherwise stated.
  2. Monitoring Symptoms
    If you experience any adverse changes in your physical or mental health while following advice or consuming bread created during or after your engagement with The Sourdough School, it is essential that you:

    • Immediately discontinue eating the bread.
    • Notify The Sourdough School of your symptoms promptly.
    • Seek advice from a qualified medical practitioner without delay.
  3. Mental Health Considerations
    We recognise that mental health is highly subjective and can be influenced by various factors, including diet. It is critical to consult your healthcare provider before making dietary changes, especially if you are managing a mental health condition. The Sourdough School cannot be held liable for any exacerbation of symptoms if you fail to follow these recommendations.
  4. Acknowledgement of Responsibility
    By engaging with The Sourdough School, you accept full responsibility for monitoring your health and notifying both The Sourdough School and your medical practitioner of any worsening symptoms. Your agreement to these terms confirms that you understand the importance of seeking medical advice in conjunction with nutritional changes.
  5. Liability Disclaimer
    The Sourdough School and Dr. Vanessa Kimbell are not responsible for adverse outcomes resulting from a failure to follow these terms or from pre-existing conditions that were not disclosed prior to participation. All participants are encouraged to seek medical advice before making dietary changes.

By continuing to participate in courses or use advice from The Sourdough School, you confirm your understanding and acceptance of these terms

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