Video - Radium Water: The Deadly 1920s Health Fad That Made a Man’s Jaw Fall Off!

Did you know that in 1920s America, doctors prescribed radioactive water as a health tonic? It was believed that Radithor, a radium-infused water, could cure everything from arthritis to impotence. One of its most famous victims was Eben Byers, a wealthy industrialist who drank several bottles a day, thinking it would boost his vitality. Instead, his bones began to decay, and his jaw literally fell off. Yes, you heard that right—his jaw fell off! He became known as "The Radium Jaw." Talk about a glowing endorsement gone wrong! So, what’s the wildest health trend you’ve ever heard of? Let us know in the comments!