The old baseball pitcher, Satchel Page, was right Brain. "Never look back - someone might be gaining on you." I would do many things differently myself. All I have is the future.
Interesting discussion about diet and exercise as well as medication. Statins are the subject of debate. I'm on the lowest dose. But medication alone won't do the job. It has to be supported by a sensible exercise program and healthy diet. Everyone is unique.
I wish we had the land to plant a garden on like you, Z and Jack. The pukes at our HOA won't even let us hang tomatoes in a pot.