Category Archives: Iron

At Smith Biomed, we’re committed to helping you take control of your health with the right information and convenient tools like our Ferritin (Iron Deficiency) Test Here's what you need to know about why iron matters, how to spot a deficiency, and...

With expert insights from Dr Libby Weaver’s book, Fix Iron First Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional issues in Aotearoa, especially among women. If you’re feeling unusually tired, low in energy, or having trouble focusing, low ir...

Iron Deficiency vs Anaemia: What You Need to Know Iron is an essential nutrient that supports oxygen transport, energy production, and overall well-being. Yet, many people experience low iron levels without realising it until fatigue, dizziness, or...

Iron plays a crucial role in maintaining the body's overall health, yet many people grapple with iron-related conditions without fully understanding their implications. Two terms often used interchangeably are iron deficiency and anaemia, leading to...

We’re here to talk about that superhero again. You know the one, the one that delivers oxygen to every cell in the body giving us the energy needed to function properly. Iron. In the realm of nutrition, few elements hold as much significance as...

Iron is a crucial element for many of your bodily functions, and maintaining a balance is key to your overall health. Iron supports your body with oxygen transport, energy metabolism, and overall health, and the lack of it can be one of the main caus...

The Smith Biomed Ferritin Iron Deficiency Test is a home iron test that measures the amount of ferritin in your blood. This handy test tests for iron deficiency anaemia and by testing ferritin levels it will give you an indication of the amount of ir...

Imagine your body as a bustling city, and iron is like the superhero delivery person. Its job is to transport oxygen to every nook and cranny, making sure every cell gets the energy it needs to do its thing. Sometimes your superhero iron might fac...