Virginia is a Nutritional Therapist with over 15 years in clinical practice (www.virginiablakenutrition.com) and a strong background in education. She has taught at undergraduate and postgraduate levels at institutions such as ION, BCNH, and the College of Contemporary Health, delivering content aligned with national professional standards. Her specialist knowledge in chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, digestion, and chronic infection is underpinned by both clinical practice, including clinical work at the Optimum Health Clinic and London Clinic of Nutrition and extensive CPD delivery for practitioners. Virginia has also worked in partnership with the NHS and local authorities to design and deliver impactful community health programmes, demonstrating her ability to translate complex health concepts into accessible strategies for clients.