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THE INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH REALITIES

WHO WE ARE

H.L. "Sam" Queen, C.C.N., C.N.S.

Sam is the founder and Director of Research for the Institute. He got his start in health as a medical technologist, progressing to a medical reporter and secondary researcher. Although Sam has 50 years experience in studying the realities of health, he is not a doctor, except for an honorary D.Sc. Degree. At IHR Sam has developed a health model that allows medical professionals to approach complex health issues in a logical and systematic way. "The only way to understand chemistry", says Sam, "is to approach it as though the body is made by design, and it is designed to win, not lose. Holding fast to this truism allows a doctor to understand what the body is trying to do. Once understood, then the doctor's role is more like a health facilitator, developing strategies that support the body's effort to gain or retain its health. Otherwise, you spend a lifetime treating symptoms".

In addition to organizing all research and the writing of our Health Realities Journal, Sam gives seminars and consults on individual health problems. See Sam's biography and curriculum vitae.

Betty A. Queen, B.S.

Sam’s wife, Betty has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition. She's the author of Put Down The Duckie and the primary editor of all Sam’s writings. Betty also organizes and manages special projects, not the least of which is attempting to organize and manage Sam! Together, she and Sam are totally committed to the Institute’s vision of changing the way the world views health.

Betty’s hobby and second life is as a Sweet Adeline. She’s been singing with the organization for over 25 years, and loves it. In addition, she also loves to hike and bicycle with Sam and enjoys their backyard wildlife tableau.

Carol Bennett, BS, RD CCN

Carol is a registered dietitian and certified clinical nutritionist. She graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition. Her dietetic internship was completed at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Over the last 28 years, she has worked extensively in the dental and nutrition fields bringing invaluable experience relating nutrition and dentistry.

The most enjoyable part of her work is developing relationships with her clients. She wants to make a difference in their lives!

Carol has been married to her husband, Larry, for 30 years and they share two grown children. She loves to have fun, and most of all – enjoys being with family and friends!

Margo Gasta, MS, RD, CCN

Margo Gasta is a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Clinical Nutritionist with over 20 years experience in the field of nutrition. She has a bachelor's and master's degree in nutrition. Margo worked for the US Army in Germany as a health promotion coordinator and as the director of nutrition education for 10 military bases in Germany. She has worked in a variety of specialties including diabetes, cardiovascular care, mental health, sports nutrition, eating disorders and has run wellness programs for several corporations. She has been in private practice since 2001 providing cutting edge nutritional care. Throughout the years she has appeared on TV and radio spots and has been featured in various publications. Margo has also taught nutrition at a local college. She is currently working toward becoming a classical homeopath and hopes to have her doctorate completed in nutrition in the future.

She and her husband have been married more than 20 years and they have three beautiful children. She is an active Coloradoan and enjoys biking, hiking, camping and snowshoeing to huts in the winter. She has been involved with IHR since 2005 and considers Sam Queen to be one of the most brilliant nutritionists alive.

Cherie Spaulding

Cherie has been a constant, friendly face (and voice) at the Institute for Health Realities for ten years! She has been involved in nearly every position here at the office. Therefore, we can't understand why she doesn't have all the answers.

Cherie's life outside the office consists of going on hikes with her daughter, granddaughter Aurora, and the dogs, working out in the garden with her husband, and co-babysitting Aurora. What keeps her going is the love and hope of her faith. She frequently talks about moving to the Florida Keys!?

Debbie McGee, CN

Debbie came to IHR as an intern while a obtaining her certification in nutrition from American Health Science University. Debbie works for IHR part-time doing consultation computer input, assisting with client questions, scheduling etc.

Debbie has two children and two grandchildren. She likes to cook, sew, read, garden, and sing in the church choir where her husband is the Minister of Worship and Praise. She also helps teach the first grade Sunday School class.

She is excited that she is steadily regaining her health by following Sam's protocol so that she can help others.

Andrea Hass

Andrea is a part-time employee, keeping some of the administrative things organized and takes care of the bookkeeping aspects of the business. She helps out in many ways around the office, filling in where needed!

Andrea is a member of the Velvet Hills Chorus of Sweet Adelines here in Colorado Springs, and is currently singing with a quartet as their bass, while acting as choreographer for the chorus and financial manager for the Regional Conventions as well as the chorus. Just a hint of her versatility! In addition, Andrea's two grown daughters sing in the chorus with her and are both married. She and her husband enjoy camping and spending time with their families and friends - when they have time!

Changing the way the world views health

The Institute for Health Realities
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