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Weighty Matters: Get Christmas ready or make that new years’ resolution.

scales 03/11/2025

Did you make a pledge to be party-ready for Christmas, only to find we’re in Autum already?  Or do your diet, exercise and weight plans wait for another “must try harder” New Year’s Resolution?

For most of us, life is fast-paced and packed to the limit. Running just to keep up can work against those good intentions, as we race the clock: eating on the run, grabbing a meal deal, hopping in the car, and collapsing on the sofa at the end of the day.

Weight can affect physical health, emotional wellbeing and confidence, and many people find that accessing the right support can help them make positive changes. And unhelpfully, being frustrated by or worried about your health and weight easily translates into self-defeating habits like guilt, comfort eating, and lack of energy to make a change.

The key is realising you don’t have to do it on your own.

Modern health advice and support has - finally! - moved on from calorie counting and ‘willpower’ to a supportive, holistic view focussing on everybody’s very different metabolism, mobility, gut health, food intolerances, lifestyle and mental health. With exciting modern advances, you’ve also got science on your side to help you reach and maintain a healthier weight.

Whether your concerns and desires are new or longstanding, the best day to start doing something kind for your health is today. Let go of unnecessary guilt about ‘not doing it already’ -  look, and take that first step forwards. Start a sustainable, comfortable, appropriately-paced plan now, and feel healthier, happier and ready for 2026!

Like any challenge, weight management is easier with someone on your side and even better if it’s a medically trained specialist.

That’s why we created our comprehensive, individually-tailored weight management support services.

  • At Brock Street Pharmacy, we’re dedicated to bringing you the latest person-centred treatment and support, including lifestyle support and, where clinically appropriate, prescription treatment options following consultation.
  • It starts with a free, confidential consultation with one of our understanding weight management team.
  • From lifestyle changes to supplements and treatments, your personalised plan comes with support and regular reviews every step of your journey, in our comfortable, private, clinic rooms.
  • Any questions or changes? No need to wait, our pharmacy door is open at convenient times.

So take that first step, and look forward, not back.

 

Customer Testimonials

The level of service at Brock Street Pharmacy is amazing. Tariq, Nabila and the team are knowledgeable, compassionate, professional, truly lovely. The best pharmacy of anywhere we have ever lived, we are very lucky to have them. A big thank you to you all.

Anastasja Katzinova

Lovely, hard working staff who always go above and beyond, first class customer service.  Nabila and Tariq should be proud of their team.

Mary Marsland

One of the friendliest businesses in town, it is always a pleasure to visit and the staff are always helpful, caring, efficient and kind. There is always time for a smile and laughter in the shop is often heard- thank you.

Deb Barnard

Incredibly impressed by the level of care and service. The pharmacist took time to listen to my concerns, provided knowledgeable advice, and ensured I fully understood my medications. Her outstanding attention to detail and genuine compassion made the experience exceptional. Well-organised, with a friendly and efficient team, if you’re looking for a pharmacy that goes above and beyond, I highly recommend.

Nadia Ali

Absolutely amazing pharmacy, all the staff are friendly and helpful, nothing is too much for them and they always make time for you- I will never go to any other pharmacy, these are by far the best of the best.

Gemma Lane

Really like this independent pharmacy and its friendly, helpful staff. Always greeted with a smile, the pharmacists are very approachable, taking time to advise and to share their knowledge. Long may it continue to serve our local community so well.

Homara

Following a consultation with Nabila for a trip abroad that I’m going on, she gave me all the information I needed and all the relevant vaccinations, simple and easy. She is lovely, and I would highly recommend!!

Luke Redmayne

Best pharmacy in the area by far, efficient with lovely polite, helpful staff. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Deleata Hargreaves

Took my daughter in before 9am on a Monday morning, was able to see a pharmacist immediately, get a consultation and get something for her super quickly- great service.

Susanna Yates

Great experience getting a chicken pox vaccine. Nabila is super friendly and was very flexible with dates and times for the 2nd jab, made it a very simple process.

Alex Gordon