Once we hit our fifties, many people notice that bouncing back from a cold or shaking off fatigue takes a little longer than it used to. That’s because our immune system naturally changes with age, becoming slower to respond and more prone to low‑grade inflammation.

The good news is that how we live our day-to-day lives can make a real difference. From choosing nourishing meals over ultra-processed food to prioritising sleep and minimising stress, our lifestyle choices can help keep our immune systems strong, resilient, and ready to support us well into the years ahead.

To understand more about how to support immunity after 50, we caught up with Dr Olaleken Otulana, GP and Physician at Cassiobury Court , who shared everything you need to know.

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