The AXO Blog

The Two Biggest Risks to Your Kidney Health

High blood sugar and blood pressure quietly strain your kidneys, leading to long-term damage before symptoms appear. Proactive monitoring, hydration, and physician-formulated botanicals like B6, ma...

What Is a uACR Test? Understanding Your Kidney's Signal

With years of expertise in renal health, we highlight the uACR (urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio) test as a key early indicator of kidney stress. By detecting protein leakage, it assesses filtrati...

The Connection Between Diet and Kidney Function

Explore how your dietary choices impact kidney health, discover kidney-friendly foods, and learn practical tips for maintaining optimal renal function through nutrition.

3 Signs Your Kidneys are Overwhelmed

With extensive experience in kidney health, we understand that the kidneys are the body’s primary filtration system. Early signs of strain—morning puffiness, lower back heaviness, and afternoon fat...

3 Ways to Protect Your Kidneys from Mycotoxins in Coffee

With deep expertise in kidney and nutritional health, we recognize that mycotoxins—harmful compounds from mold in foods like coffee, grains, and nuts—can impact renal function and overall wellness....

D-Mannose for E.coli: How to Naturally Flush Urinary Bacteria

Why do UTIs keep coming back? It’s all about "sticky" bacteria. 90% of urinary infections are caused by E. coli that literally glue themselves to your bladder wall. Learn the science of how D-Manno...

The Kidney-Safe Pain Relief Guide: 5 Natural Alternatives to NSAIDs

Are your pain meds hurting your kidneys? Learn about the "NSAID Squeeze" and explore 5 natural, kidney-safe alternatives to ibuprofen and Aleve that manage inflammation without the renal stress.

Lithium & Kidney Health: What You MUST Know About Dosage & Damage

Lithium is a powerful mood stabilizer, but protecting your kidneys is a non-negotiable part of the treatment. Dr. Chris breaks down the lithium-kidney connection, explaining why dosage monitoring i...

Decoding Your Lab Results: Understanding 3 Key Kidney Markers

Deciphering lab results like eGFR, creatinine, and BUN doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this guide, Dr.

Is Your Supplement Working? 5 Physician-Backed Signs of True Purity and Clinical Dose

Are your supplements actually working, or are you just wasting money? Dr. Chris reveals the "dirty secrets" of the industry—from subclinical doses to hidden toxins—and shares the 5 essential checks...