in the 1900's, radithor was sold as an energy drink. it was distilled water with radium in it. the first customer who died had to be buried in a lead coffin. when he was dug up more than 30 years later, he was still highly radioactive.

contrary to what you might believe, the amish are not anti-technology. in fact, many use home generators, solar power, cell phones and power tools. instead, their beliefs stress modesty, necessity, productivity, and community.

a man named george rector started the trend of using wooden salad bowls, and of not washing them between uses. he said that allowing the oils and vinegars to seep into the wood 'cured' the bowls and gave salads better flavor. instead, the bowls turned rancid and rotted. he's also the reason that some restaurants offer to put fresh ground pepper on your salad.

eating carrots doesn't help you see in the dark. that's a myth. sorry.