6 healthy alternatives to soda

Plus, Céline Dion's first TV interview about struggling with stiff person syndrome. June 11, 2024 | [VIEW IN BROWSER]( [This is TODAY] Music superstar Céline Dion speaks with Hoda Kotb in an exclusive interview tonight about her struggles with stiff person syndrome. Plus, dietitians offer healthy alternatives to soda, and we have a workout to strengthen your core muscles to relieve back pain.   The Latest   [Exclusive: Céline Dion tells Hoda Kotb how stiff person syndrome has affected her life and career.]( In an exclusive interview airing tonight at 10 p.m., Céline Dion opened up to Hoda Kotb about her [diagnosis of stiff person syndrome](. It's the first time she's spoken out in a broadcast interview since revealing in 2022 that she has the rare neurological condition. Dion spoke about the [daily challenges]( of living with the disease, including how, when she tries to sing, "it's like somebody is strangling you." [Read more](. [🥤 What is the healthiest soda? Dietitians share their 6 favorite alternatives.]( Soda is usually a big no-no for healthy diets due to its high sugar and calorie content. So while no soda is considered "healthy" by experts, we spoke with dietitians who have [6 other beverages]( you can try if you're [looking to cut back](. They suggested seltzers, infused water, iced coffee and other alternatives. Plus, see their take [on diet soda](. [😷 New COVID variants called FLiRT are spreading in the U.S. Here are their symptoms.]( [COVID variants known as "FLiRT"]( are sparking concerns about a potential summer wave. The variants have mutations that set them apart from their parent strain, and experts we spoke to say they are potentially highly contagious. However, “It’s still really early .. I don’t think we need to sound the alarm bells as of yet,” one doctor says. [See the symptoms]( and [vaccine info.]( //link.today.com/click/35675616.265681/aHR0cHM6Ly9uYmNuZXdzLmlhZDEucXVhbHRyaWNzLmNvbS9qZmUvZm9ybS9TVl83NEQzbXEwamlCY0JGQWk_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDYxMQ/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14B2c557a1f[🎙️ Do you listen to podcasts? We’d love to hear from you! Take our short survey here.](   Shop TODAY   Budget-friendly deals, gift guides and more from Shop TODAY. [Traveling soon? Shop an ‘anti-theft’ crossbody and more clever gear]( If you’ve got upcoming travel plans, you’ll want just about everything lifestyle expert Bahar Takhtehchian has on her packing list. From a dash cam that records your road trip surroundings to a one-and-done outfit, you can snag most of her picks for $50 or less. [SHOP NOW](   Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. The most important core muscles are the ones you can't see. This workout will help you strengthen areas like the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles to reduce back pain and improve your posture. [READ MORE]( [GET THE NEWSLETTER](   What's For Dessert?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Keep things sweet this summer with this roundup of 70 refreshing, warm-weather dessert ideas like peach pie and chocolate icebox cake. [VIEW RECIPE]( [♡ SAVE RECIPE](   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. On the 3rd hour yesterday, comedian Jo Koy had Craig, Sheinelle and Dylan rolling with a new impression he came up with on the spot: [Craig Melvin](. During their chat about Koy's new Netflix special, the standup star (and self-described "zaddy") [busted out his best Craig](, impersonating the TODAY anchor's confused reactions during a shopping segment earlier in the show. "You do a good Craig," our Craig told him. [See the moment](. Play TODAY's Daily Game!   Test your skills and find some fun with TODAY's game! Complete this word search to find the missing words in the TODAY headline.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2024 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [SEND FEEDBACK](