Does anyone else experience this

I agree sewingnan. It's only now I can look online at blood tests in the past that I can see I was low in vit D some few years back and no one told me. That could have explained a lot of things at the time.

I now take 2000 iud a day if that is 50 microgrms. Very cheap from Boots all year round as I protect from the sun in the summer following chemo.
"Normal" can mask low levels. Everyone who doesnt take a supplement can be low. Check to make sure you can take it for example anyone with sarcoidosis should not.

Wow! you ladies all sound so fantastic and active in your minds and bodies. I am 62 and feel like this. I agree with Dickins input on vitamins and would also suggest Magnesium. Don’t just ask for a vit D test and accept an ‘it’s ok, you are within limits’ from your GP. Ask for a print out of the results and get retested 3 months later in case there is a reason you are not absorbing it. A shortfall in vit D can have a huge impact or just be enough to cause mild swings in feelings of wellbeing. Keep well hydrated too. Henetha, stay in your home as long as you can. Maybe trial a week in a home to see how you feel before committing to any major change

I think this cold cold weather doesnt help at all. One day this week I felt too fed up to put on all the layers and go for a walk which I do every day even though it was so sunny which I love normally. It was just too much effort.
But another early evening when I did layer up, the birdsong just as it was getting dark was so spring like it lifted my spirits.

The constant terrible news every day just as you think it can't get any worse and then it does, is so depressing and I am sure is affecting us all.
So my advice to me is to switch off the news...nothing I can do to make a change... layer up and get out. Eat good warm food drink warm drinks, buy a bunch of daffodils and look forward to spring. I have lots of family worries, but I must positively look after me as well. Chins up everyone.

Very helpful thread.
Thanks to everyone.

I am in my late 70s. I have one or two health problems but nothing too major at the moment. I have 3 young grandchildren under the age of 7, and a new man came into my life a few years ago. I have things to live for. It is good to have reasons 'to be' rather than just 'to exist'. I look forward to the promise of spring.

I could have posted your comments myself, Overthehill ! I am 79, am told I don't look it (which is nice) but have many days when I feel just like you. This cold weather, the grey skies, the depressing news everywhere doesn't help does it. When I feel tired and generally out of sorts I have to remind myself that my grandparents generation would be lucky to live as long as we all do now, mainly due to better healthcare and medical advances. Pacing ourselves is the key, have a quiet day after a busy one, prioritise the domestic tasks, more and more of which I just don't have the energy or enthusiasm to do ! Seeing friends is really important, going out for lunch or a coffee soon cheers me up and accepting that by our seventies and beyond we are bound to feel tired and a bit low. When I read the posts on here, often recognising the ones writing them I am always struck by how thoughtful and intelligent most of you are, despite serious health problems and the loss of partners. This makes me feel grateful for what I have so I know my bad day will pass, the sun will eventually come out and I will be ordering seeds from the catalogues to plant in the Spring, which is just round the corner.

It might be worth looking at diet.

I'm 73 and somewhat overweight. I have recently reverted to being a vegetarian going on vegan and have cut down ( drastically) on sugar and dairy.

When I was eating a lot of meat, dairy and sugar I was often tired and sluggish.
I also swim and go to the gym a few times a week and I find my energy levels have significantly improved. My weight hasn't gone down by much.

I know many things are age related but diet and activity can play a big part in our energy levels and sense of wellbeing. I also get 8+ hours sleep and rarely get up before 9.30am.

What an interesting post. I am 72 ( 73 in a few weeks) and I wish I had recorded my progress through old age. It's a fascinating and sometimes quite scary process. My day, like you mentioned, can vary from feeling full of beans to flat out tired. I have taken to lying on my settee with my trusty hound for half an hour in the afternoon some days. I tend to doze then wake up feeling much better, I'm more energetic and ready to tackle the rest of the day.
Going downhill is an uphill struggle - I read that somewhere, but I think we can take a step back from what's going on and decide what is the best way to handle it for us. We are all individuals. What's right for you may not be right for me. I think it's important to remember that we can contribute a lot to life now as we are. Keep calm and carry on.

A few years back (now 70) winter used to stop me in my tracks. I could barely move, had terrible muscle aches after the slightest exercise, got depressed. Put myself on a daily vitamin D pill and like magic a week or so later I felt fine. Really worth giving it a go. The NHS recommend 10 micrograms (400 IU) and not more than 100 micrograms (4,000 IU). I take 1,000 IU in winter and 400 IU in the summer. The only other supplement I take is Engevita Nutritional Yeast Flakes sprinkled onto food. Its a natural yeast product rich in B12, Zinc and Folic Acid.

Nannashirlz

I’m only 58 and I feel like that. I had an accident at work few years ago I managed to bounce my hip out and back in joint years later it’s come back in vengeance I’m now waiting for an op. I can bearly walk I’m on a list and been told could be 3yrs

I'm also only 58 and feel like that with a list of medical conditions. Had knee replacement but arthritis affects my mobility. Still working full time, although 3 days in office and 2 at home, I don't know how I'm going to manage over 8 years before I can get my pension.

for you Baggs

You lovely people are encouraging me to continue with my Pilates, spin, Tai chi etc. I lost my sister 7 years ago and was determined to do the opposite of what she used to do! I might not live to 100 but hope to carry on a lot longer! And in better health.

Nanashirlz check the hip snd knee threads under health forum, lots of help snd advice there.

Same age as you and some days i can walk for miles and feel fine others I am exhausted after 10 minutes. Can’t fathom it.

I’m only 58 and I feel like that. I had an accident at work few years ago I managed to bounce my hip out and back in joint years later it’s come back in vengeance I’m now waiting for an op. I can bearly walk I’m on a list and been told could be 3yrs

No need to subject yourself to eating Black Pudding or raw liver, when a couple of squares of very dark chocolate daily will give you all the iron you need.

I'm nearly 73 and mostly have the energy to do what I want to do. I put this down to good diet and supplements, taken judiciously. I think we can all be well, although historic injuries and spells of illness take their toll

Please check your Vitamin D levels. I had so many symptoms then found out l was Vit D deficient and am now so much improved. I had no idea deficiency could be so debilitating.

I think we should all remember that we have all “done our bit”, and some are still doing “more than their bit” and we need to kind to ourselves and not put huge expectations on ourselves that we wouldn’t dream of putting on others.

Let’s put our feet up and do whatever makes us feel good and happy, we’ve earned it!

Maybe your B12 is low or iron,why don’t you try to see your Doctor & ask for a blood test,might be an easy cure ( black pudding & lambs liver may help your iron)

I’m younger than you at 65, but I have this constantly. It’s incredibly draining and I do my best to try and snap out of it.

You’re certainly not on your own Overthehill. I’m 74 now and not having too good a time of it. I had surgery a few days before Christmas and can honestly say I haven’t felt right since. I’ve had diarrhoea for over three weeks now. Seen two different doctors and both have different ideas as to what’s causing it. Blood tests haven’t shown anything sinister, but I’ve lost over a stone in weight. I’ve always been active and fit, but this has floored me.
Yes, I’m feeling quite sorry for myself just now. 😕

Farview I agree, a lovely message. I wonder if anyone else suffers from pressure put on them by female friends who are health and exercise-driven. They go to a gym every day and seem to be on diets a lot of the time.
Which is, of course, their choice.
What I do find a little upsetting is when they are not very sympathetic to others who have health problems.
This includes their husbands and children.
I have heard them say "Just need to get on with things " or
" need to pull themselves together and not make a fuss"

I try not to take a phone from either of them if I am having a bad day with my IBS. and therefore cannot make any plans to go out.

Luckily I have other friends who are more understanding. If I say I cannot go out today.

I hasten to add I do not want to talk in any detail to anyone about my symptoms because that might be tedious unless the other person is going through the same condition. Then it can be helpful.
GNers are a world of information and advice, delivered with kindness and compassion. ( mostly, a few abrupt replies.)
I like to hear others' experiences with friendships.

Yes last week I felt so awful on Monday & Tuesday just spent the time curled up under the covers in bed! No motivation for anything!

I agree Bunty24, feeling fine to feeling tired and nauseous most days. I have also noticed if I get a cut, graze or burn it will take so much longer to heal and leave a red mark on my skin. I am early 70’s.