U.S. Home Equity Increased by $908 Billion in 2017
The overall amount of home equity controlled by U.S. homeowners ballooned by 12.2% in 2017 — a gain of $908.4 billion in just 12 months. That works out to about $15,000 per homeowner, according to …
Seniors
Stretching Can Help Get Seniors Moving
Stretching leg muscles every day may benefit seniors and other people with mobility problems, a new study reports. Researchers placed splints on lower limbs of older rats to stretch their calf muscles. The splints …
Health Tip: Balance Moves for Older Adults
Balance exercises can help prevent falls, especially among older adults. But before you begin any exercise program, always consult your doctor. The American Council on Exercise mentions these common balance exercises for active older adults: …
Eating Healthy As We Age
To guarantee a long and healthy life, seniors can make simple changes in their diet to prevent disease and increase energy. Below are some easy recommendations to follow for optimal senior nutrition: -Eat more …
Florida Again Tops List of Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Florida topped out as the No. 1 state to retire in WalletHub’s annual ranking for 2018. The Sunshine State also held the No. 1 spot in 2017. The “2018’s Best & Worst States to Retire” report …
Annual Flu Shots Help Keep Seniors Out of the Hospital
The current flu season is shaping up to be a nasty one, but there’s good news for American seniors who’ve gotten their flu shot. New research shows that for older adults, faithfully getting the …
