Difference between margarine and butter

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And just think of the clever marketers who have convinced most of us that margarine is actually healthier than butter.

Actually, I've noticed more health web sites extolling the benefits of butter over margarine. I think too many people have a fear of having any fat in their diet - even though a certain amount of fat is healthy & necessary - so they switch to products that are much worse (like margarine).

I don't use much margarine or butter myself. I prefer cooking & flavoring my foods with olive oil. But if I am in the mood for a warm slice of bread or homemade rolls come Thanksgiving I definitely prefer butter over it's artificial alternatives.