What with all the ups and downs  thought I would have a check up at the doctors.   So trotted off , and armed with forms for blood tests etc, (fasting one) went to the lab next day ,   Back to the doctors the following week, was a bit intrepid with the forthcoming results.    Called into the room , and mind thinking oh dear,  the colesterol will be thru the roof,  etc etc.    The doctor was smiling ear to ear,  and said , well  Lynette, how have you been,  cautiously answered  oh ok,  doc  whats up? He then laughed and said  for the age of 56  you are remarkably well,  and all your results are excellent and normal.   I thought oh  s........  I am not going hard enough.   So I havent got much to grumble about.   Since january I have cut out butter, icecream, cream, and also dont drink alcohol  since 2009.   have a lot of garlic, water, and veges.    But still feel more tired than what I used to.  though some days I can have a energy burst.