By Dr. Edward Barbarito Have you ever been troubled by cramping, abdominal pain, and urgent bowel movements shortly after eating? Some people call this “da belly troubles!” Unfortunately, these incidents often have the uncanny knack of occurring at the worst possible time – when you’re out to dinner with friends, at a family function, or… READ MORE
Cheesy Zucchini Sticks are a low-carb, low-sucrose version of a classic comfort food. They only require a few basic ingredients, but what ingredients they are. Three of your favorite cheeses – parmesan, cheddar, and mozzarella – add creaminess and flavor. Couple the cheeses with garlic and red pepper, and you have a zesty treat that… READ MORE
Is Sucrose to Blame for Your Gastrointestinal Problems? Sucrose – common table sugar – is a chemical found in sugar cane and sugar beets. It can be found naturally occurring in foods or added as an ingredient to processed food. When using the Nutrition Facts Panel, it is difficult to determine the exact amount of… READ MORE
Interested in trying a new and different recipe, one that will tempt your taste buds and warm your tummy? Try this one with baby artichokes, white beans, and Manchego cheese. It’s healthy, easy to prepare, and a pleasure to eat. The baby artichokes are packed with fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients, and this warm artichoke salad… READ MORE
Dr. Punati is a board certified pediatric gastroenterologist in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at The Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. She is the director of the pediatric gastrointestinal neuromuscular and motility disorders program and also participates in national multicenter research studies and committees.
She has been named to the “Best Doctors in America" list. Her main clinical focus is in pediatric gastrointestinal motility disorders, including chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, Hirschsprung’s disease, gastroparesis, and chronic refractory constipation and encopresis. She specializes in manometry testing, including esophageal and gastric colonic anorectal testing.
Dr. Punati is also an assistant professor of clinical pediatrics at USC Keck School of Medicine.
Dr. Hernandez-Sanchez graduated from the La Salle University School of Medicine and University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Hernandez-Sanchez finished his fellowship at Mattel’s Children’s Hospital at UCLA. He specializes in pediatric gastroenterology at Gastro Health in south Florida. Dr. Hernandez-Sanchez is affiliated with West Boca Medical Center and is also a member of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America and North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN).
