I am 54 years old and perform anulom vilom and Kapalbhati routinely. I am immensely benefited due to regular Yoga. I do not have BP/ Heart problem etc. My sugar is normal. In my opinion every Indian should be a disciple of Yoga. Yoga is not an exercise but it is a lifestyle.
Editor's Notes Yes, regular practice is the key. It is heartening to note that you have found your way to health with yoga and lifestyle changes. Yoga involves conditioning of mind, body and thinking. Yoga also involves positive thinking and positive action to lead an active and healthy life. It is said in Geeta "Renunciation and Yoga of action both lead to the highest bliss; but out of the two, Yoga of action is superior to the renunciation of action".
So we can say practicing yoga, moderation in life, hard work and staying focussed constitute a winning strategy. Discovering our own unique path to happiness and health is one facet of yoga.