Factors that may cause a high uric acid level in your blood include: Diuretic medications (water pills) Drinking too much alcohol. Genetics (inherited tendencies) Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Immune-suppressing drugs. Niacin, or vitamin B-3. Obesity.
Because the truth is that Drew Magary is the blogger for people who don't like anything, especially forming their own opinions. In this latest spewing of vitriol, Magary comes across, at worst, a meathead (Brady Quinn in a homoerotic pose!!) or, at best, Rick Reilly with better jokes (and swears in all CAPS!).
A pioneering African-American medical researcher, Dr. Charles R. Drew made some groundbreaking discoveries in the storage and processing of blood for transfusions. He also managed two of the largest blood banks during World War II. Drew grew up in Washington, D.C. as the oldest son of a carpet layer. In his youth, Drew showed great athletic talent.