Lisa Lombardi

New York

Writer/editor, co-author of What the Yuck?!, still don't like spinach. Bylines: WashPo, Time, BuySide From WSJ, Real Simple, Parents. Former Exec Ed of Health.

Articles

Here’s Why Your Costco Pizza Slice Has Holes in It

1 week ago | rd.com | Lisa Lombardi

NATALIA LEBEDINSKAIA/GETTY IMAGES RD.COM News NATALIA LEBEDINSKAIA/GETTY IMAGES Published on May 27, 2025 It has nothing to do with cost savings Now Trending After stocking up on essentials at Costco, you may just find your cart drawn to the food court—specifically, to the pizza station. Alongside the $1.50 Costco hot dog and soda combo, Costco pizza is a cult favorite for more than just its wallet-friendly $1.99-a-slice price (though we are all about the top Costco deals). The pizza, which...
Here’s the Surprising Reasons Why Restaurants Keep Their Lighting So Dim

1 week ago | rd.com | Lisa Lombardi

MONKEYBUSINESSIMAGES/GETTY IMAGES RD.COM Food MONKEYBUSINESSIMAGES/GETTY IMAGES Published on May 26, 2025 It's not just to set a romantic mood Now Trending You go out to dinner and notice the lights are getting dimmer: Are you about to black out … or is that just that dark and glowy restaurant thing? It’s a vibe, all right! If you’ve ever wondered why restaurants turn the lights so low, you’re not alone. We were curious to find out why (and how) fancy food joints recreate a candlelit radiance...
This Is the Germiest Part of a Cruise Ship, According to the CDC

2 weeks ago | rd.com | Lisa Lombardi

Holger Leue/Getty Images RD.COM Travel Vacations Experiences Holger Leue/Getty Images Published on May 22, 2025 This germy spot will make you need the bad kind of R&R—rest and recuperation Now Trending Setting sail sounds idyllic … in theory. But lately, you hear the word cruise and you can almost hear the Jaws soundtrack playing in anticipation of some awful illness making its way toward you. We usually hear about norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships, but now there’s an even bigger health...
Can Thyroid Eye Disease Be Cured?

2 weeks ago | healthcentral.com | Lisa Lombardi

Having an overactive thyroid gland can cause problems in just about every organ, including your eyes. Called thyroid eye disease (TED)—this complication “is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks healthy tissues like muscles and fat behind the eyes, resulting in tissue inflammation and enlargement,” explains Michelle Maeng, M.D., an assistant professor of ophthalmology and visual science at the Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, CT.
What to Drink and What Not to Drink With Ulcerative Colitis

2 weeks ago | healthcentral.com | Lisa Lombardi

If you have the inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis (UC), you probably know to avoid foods that wreak havoc on your system and choose ones that go down easy. But you may not realize that what you sip can also make a big difference. “When managing UC, what you drink can significantly influence how you feel,” says Ritu Nahar, M.D., a gastroenterologist with Allied Digestive Health in Edison, NJ.
The Best Home Gym Equipment for 2025, According to Fitness Pros - Buy Side from WSJ

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Lisa Lombardi

1 hour agoFrom personal sauna devices to post-workout electrolyte powders, here's how we reduce our recovery time to get back after it. Aching and groaning after a grueling workout? Chances are you pushed yourself to the limit, buddy. Luckily, the best recovery tools for athletes can make those jello-like …
4 Food Allergy Myths You Shouldn’t Believe

1 month ago | healthcentral.com | Lisa Lombardi

“Nobody had food allergies when I was young!” I’ve heard this comment at least a dozen times since my son Gus was diagnosed with food allergies 15 years ago. If you also have a child with food allergies, you can probably relate to random people hearing your son or daughter has food allergies and weighing in with some serious misinformation. If I’m feeling patient, I always try to (nicely) correct the record. (If I’m on my last nerve, though, I’ve been known to roll my eyes and walk away!).
This Is What Aldi Does with Unsold Food

1 month ago | rd.com | Lisa Lombardi

As you’re shopping the aisles of a fully stocked Aldi, you might wonder: What happens to all this food nobody buys by the expiration date? Costco has a very cool plan for its unsold muffins and other items, but what about the German discount supermarket known for its quirky, cost-conscious approach to grocery sales? Is the thrifty grocer equally waste-not with its leftovers—or is it dumping tons of perfectly good food in a landfill?
Here’s What Aldi Does with Unsold Food

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Lisa Lombardi

1 day agoThe UN's top court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), has begun hearings for an opinion on Israel's legal duty to allow aid to Palestinians and to co-operate with the UN's Palestinian aid agency, Unrwa – both of which Israel has barred in Gaza. Israel stopped allowing aid into Gaza on 2 …
The Best Baby Gear

1 month ago | wsj.com | Lisa Lombardi

Shopping for baby gear may be the most important “adding to cart” (or registry) you ever do. After all, you're buying equipment to keep the ultimate VIP comfortable and safe. The right gear will make your life easier, too.