A woman who survived two world wars and lived through two pandemics has celebrated her 106th birthday in style - by beating Covid. Sprightly Mary Nicholson said the secret to a long life is drinking full fat milk, cream and butter as well as enjoying a tipple of whiskey at night . She tested positive for the killer virus on New Year s Eve but said she felt healthier than ever after overcoming the virus in time for her birthday on Tuesday. The fiercely independent centenarian, who is nicknamed Polly , said it was a lovely sensation to be out of isolation and to find so many cards and presents waiting for her.
Polly, 106, leaves Susanna Reid speechless on GMB after old woman question
Polly who has beaten coronavirus twice left Susanna and Ben Shephard in fits of laughter
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A 106-year-old left Susanna Reid speechless today as she commented on her appearance on GMB.
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