Maya – Gut Health Expert & Fermentation Specialist
Where Science Meets the Art of Sourdough
For Maya, baking has always been about more than flavor — it’s about balance, nourishment, and understanding what happens beneath the surface of the dough.
With a background in nutritional science and a lifelong interest in fermentation, Maya joined SourdoughLovers to bridge the gap between tradition and health. Her mission is simple: to help people see sourdough not just as bread, but as a living, beneficial process that supports gut health and overall well-being.
The Beauty of Fermentation
“Each bubble in the dough is proof that life is happening,” Maya often says.
She sees every loaf as a conversation between flour, water, and the invisible cultures that bring it to life. Through her guides, Maya demystifies the science of wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria — showing how fermentation improves digestibility, enhances flavor, and adds nutritional depth to every bake.
Whether she’s writing about hydration ratios or debunking myths about gluten, Maya’s approach remains grounded in clarity and care.
Maya’s Favorite Guides & Recipes
My Role at SourdoughLovers
As the team’s resident fermentation and wellness expert, Maya:
- Writes scientific yet accessible guides about sourdough microbiology.
- Shares practical tips on improving digestion through slow fermentation.
- Develops recipes focusing on balance and nutrition.
- Helps bridge baking tradition with modern wellness insights.
Behind the Research
Outside of the kitchen, Maya is most at home with a notebook and a microscope. She loves exploring new cultures — microbial and human alike — and believes that understanding food on a deeper level makes us more connected to it.
Her calm, methodical nature brings balance to the creative chaos of the SourdoughLovers kitchen.
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