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Life of the mind

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Shiannon Corcoran had a brain tumour removed 11 years ago. Her physical health is still 'less than perfect', but she's discovered her own persistence and creativity.

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Butter or margarine: which is better when it comes to fat?

Butter - it's all natural and therefore healthier
Margarine - it has less saturated fat and that's all that matters
Margarine - most margarines have less saturated fat and no synthetic trans-fats

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