The Pharmacy Planet Podcast

Welcome to the Pharmacy Planet Podcast – your ultimate destination for all things health, wellness, and modern pharmacy but... with a bit of a twist! Join our team of experts as we explore the latest trends, medical advice and anything in between!Whether you’re seeking trusted guidance on common conditions, curious about breakthrough treatments, or interested in learning about the lives of our special guests, we’ve got you covered.Subscribe now and discover a world of better health, information and entertainment, one episode at a time! 🌟

The Pharmacy Planet Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Pharmacy Planet, with 41 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Pharmacy Planet hosts The Pharmacy Planet Podcast, a health show with 41 episodes published.

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  Episode #24

  Weight Loss Treatment: The Online Prescriber Edition | Ayesha Patel | Ep 24 | Pharmacy Planet

  Sep 11, 202637 minS1

  Weight loss medications have changed the conversation around obesity and weight management, but with their growing popularity has come plenty of confusion, misinformation and unrealistic expectations.In this episode of The Lifestyle Prescription with Pharmacy Planet, host Rena Dipti Annobil is joined by Ayesha Patel, Independent Prescriber at Pharmacy Planet, for an open and informative conversation about GLP-1 weight loss medications.Together, Rena and Ayesha explore what GLP-1 medications actually are, how they work and why they have become so widely discussed. They look at the differences between tablets and injections, eligibility for treatment, potential side effects, costs, NHS availability and what people should realistically expect when starting treatment.They also discuss some of the bigger issues surrounding weight loss medication, including mental health, eating disorders, celebrity culture, body image and the dangers of buying counterfeit or unregulated treatments.Most importantly, Ayesha explains why medication should not be viewed as a quick fix. From nutrition and exercise to sleep and long-term behavioural changes, this episode explores how treatment can form part of a much wider approach to managing weight and improving health.Whether you're considering weight loss medication, already using treatment or simply want to understand the science behind GLP-1s, this episode offers a clear clinical perspective on one of the biggest health conversations happening right now.What This Episode Covers• What GLP-1 weight loss medications are and how they work• Why weight loss drugs have become so popular• The history of GLP-1 medications• Weight loss tablets vs injections• How much weight loss medication can cost• Who may be eligible for treatment• Who should not take weight loss medication• Eating disorders, weight and mental health• Common side effects of GLP-1 medications• What we know about longer-term treatment• Why diet, exercise and sleep still matter• How quickly people may see results• What can happen when treatment is stopped• How long weight loss medication may be used• Weight loss medications and NHS availability• The dangers of counterfeit and unregulated weight loss drugs• Celebrity culture, body image and unrealistic expectations• A prescriber's advice for anyone considering treatmentGuest LinksAyesha Patel, Independent Prescriber at Pharmacy PlanetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dose.of.aysh/Pharmacy Planet: https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/Follow Rena Dipti AnnobilInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/renadannobil/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterhoodofmummyimperfect/BBC Profile: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0c97kbxPharmacy PlanetWebsite: https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharmacyplanetuk/Listen to The Lifestyle PrescriptionSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xs0BApZk55bgrQz7PN7VWApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-lifestyle-prescription/id1826350577Subscribe for more conversations with leading experts in health, wellbeing and lifestyle medicine.Important: Weight loss medication is not suitable for everyone and should only be used following an appropriate clinical assessment and prescription from a qualified healthcare professional. Individual results, suitability and side effects can vary.#WeightLoss #WeightLossMedication #GLP1 #GLP1Medication #WeightManagement #Obesity #HealthyWeightLoss #WeightLossJourney #LifestyleMedicine #WomensHealth #MentalHealth #LifestylePrescription #RenaDiptiAnnobil #AyeshaPatel #PharmacyPlanet

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  Episode #23

  How Your Posture Could Be Affecting Your Health | Nadia Alibhai | Ep 23 | Pharmacy Planet

  Jul 30, 202634 minS1

  Poor posture is about much more than slouching. It can affect everything from back and neck pain to breathing, digestion, stress levels and even bladder control.In this episode of The Lifestyle Prescription with Pharmacy Planet, host Rena Dipti Annobil is joined by Nadia Alibhai, one of the UK's leading osteopaths and posture experts, for an insightful conversation on why posture matters and how simple changes can make a significant difference to your everyday health.Together, Rena and Nadia explore how modern lifestyles are contributing to poor posture, why sitting for long periods can impact your body, and whether it's ever too late to improve the way you move. They also discuss posture during pregnancy, the best sleeping positions for spinal health, common posture myths, and practical exercises that can help you feel stronger and move more comfortably.Whether you're working at a desk, spending hours on your phone, or simply looking to improve your wellbeing, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice that you can start using today. What This Episode Covers• Why posture affects much more than your back• How modern lifestyles are damaging our posture• The 30–60 minute movement rule everyone should know• How posture influences pain, stress, breathing and digestion• The surprising connection between posture and bladder health• Why poor posture doesn't always cause pain• Which jobs are most likely to lead to posture problems• Can you improve your posture at any age?• Three simple posture tips you can start today• The best sleeping position for your spine• How to sit correctly using your sitting bones• Setting up your desk and laptop for better posture• Strength training vs stretching for posture improvement• Recovering your posture after pregnancy• Common posture myths explained• Pilates vs yoga vs walking—which is best for posture?• Nadia's personal Lifestyle Prescription for wellbeing Guest Links Nadia Alibhai Website: https://www.nadiatheosteopath.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadiatheosteopath/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-the-osteopath-a3470041/ Follow Rena Dipti Annobil Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renadannobil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterhoodofmummyimperfect/️ BBC Profile: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0c97kbx Pharmacy Planet https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharmacyplanetuk/ Listen to The Lifestyle Prescription Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xs0BApZk55bgrQz7PN7VW Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-lifestyle-prescription/id1826350577▶️ Subscribe for more conversations with leading experts in health, wellbeing and lifestyle medicine.#Posture #Osteopathy #BackPain #NeckPain #Pilates #Yoga #Ergonomics #SpinalHealth #HealthyAgeing #Wellbeing #LifestyleMedicine #LifestylePrescription #RenaDiptiAnnobil #NadiaAlibhai #PharmacyPlanet

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  Episode #22

  Suicide Prevention, Self-Harm & Women's Mental Health | Prof. Pooja Saini | Ep 22 | Pharmacy Planet

  Jul 30, 202652 minS1

  In this powerful episode of The Lifestyle Prescription with Pharmacy Planet, host Rena Dipti Annobil is joined by Professor Pooja Saini, one of the UK's leading researchers in suicide prevention and self-harm, for an essential conversation about one of the most important public health challenges of our time.Professor Saini has dedicated her career to understanding why people reach crisis point, how suicide can be prevented, and what healthcare professionals, families and communities can do to better support those who are struggling.Together, Rena and Professor Saini explore the latest research surrounding suicide prevention, self-harm, women's mental health, menopause, loneliness, and the growing mental health crisis affecting both young people and adults. They also challenge common myths around suicide, discuss why simply asking someone if they're struggling could save a life, and explain where people can turn for support.This episode is an honest, compassionate and evidence-based discussion designed to educate, reduce stigma and encourage earlier conversations around mental health.If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please remember that support is available. You are not alone. What This Episode Covers• Why Professor Pooja Saini specialises in suicide prevention and self-harm research• The surprising number of people who seek help before dying by suicide• Suicide myths and misconceptions explained• Women's mental health and the menopause connection• Hormones, HRT and their relationship with mental wellbeing• The pressures facing women in midlife and the "sandwich generation"• Teen mental health and warning signs parents should recognise• Social media, WhatsApp groups and young people's mental wellbeing• Understanding self-harm and how to support someone safely• What to say—and what not to say—to someone experiencing suicidal thoughts• Loneliness, university students and the growing mental health crisis• Professor Saini's personal lifestyle prescription for wellbeing Guest Links Professor Pooja Saini (PhD in Psychology) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/professor-pooja-saini-0b9986303/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poojauk/ Follow Rena Dipti Annobil Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renadannobil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterhoodofmummyimperfect/ Pharmacy Planet https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharmacyplanetuk/ Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xs0BApZk55bgrQz7PN7VW If you need immediate supportIf you are in the UK and need urgent help:Samaritans – Call 116 123 (free, 24 hours a day) https://www.samaritans.orgIf you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or attend your nearest A&E department.#SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth #SelfHarm #WomensHealth #Menopause #TeenMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #LifestylePrescription #PharmacyPlanet #RenaDiptiAnnobil #PoojaSaini #SuicideAwareness #MentalWellbeing #Psychology #HealthcarePodcast

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  Episode #19

  How to Grow a Fitness Brand | Boo X Aji 'The General' Sharif

  Jun 26, 202633 minS1

  In this episode of The Pharmacy Planet Podcast, Boo Dhaliwal sits down with professional boxer, bodybuilding coach, and online fitness entrepreneur Aji "The General" Sharif to explore the realities of elite performance, muscle building, weight loss, and the ever-changing world of fitness.Aji shares his journey from competitive powerlifting into amateur boxing, including stepping into the ring with Anthony Joshua, before turning professional and later building a successful online coaching business through Vertex Fitness Coaching.The conversation explores the highs and lows of competing at the highest level, including the career-changing eye injury that forced Aji away from boxing, and how he rebuilt both his career and mindset through coaching and entrepreneurship.Boo and Aji also tackle some of the biggest topics dominating the fitness industry today, including protein supplements, creatine, peptides, weight loss injections such as GLP-1 medications, muscle preservation during weight loss, and separating evidence-based advice from social media myths.The episode also offers a fascinating insight into building a fitness business in Dubai, life in the UAE during periods of regional conflict, and what it really takes to stay disciplined while helping thousands of people achieve their fitness goals.💡 Whether you're interested in boxing, bodybuilding, weight loss, supplements, or simply becoming healthier, this conversation delivers practical advice, honest opinions, and plenty of laughs along the way.🎧 What This Conversation Covers• Aji Sharif's journey from powerlifting to professional boxing• Fighting Anthony Joshua as an amateur boxer• Transitioning into bodybuilding and online coaching• Recovering from a career-changing torn retina injury• The supplements Aji actually recommends• Creatine, whey protein and evidence-based nutrition• The truth about peptides and unlicensed gym supplements• GLP-1 weight loss medications, muscle loss and training advice• Building Vertex Fitness Coaching in Dubai• Life in the UAE during the Iran-Israel conflict• Coaching clients around the world through online fitness• Quick-fire questions with Aji "The General" Sharif🔗 LINKS👉 Aji "The General" Sharif📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vertexfitnesscoaching/👉 Pharmacy Planet🌐 https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/🎧 Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xs0BApZk55bgrQz7PN7VW👉 Boo Dhaliwal📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boo_pharmacyplanet/💼 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/boo-dhaliwal-85680b136🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@boo_pharmacyplanetFrom stepping into the ring with Anthony Joshua to coaching clients across the globe, Aji Sharif's career has been built on discipline, resilience and a relentless drive to improve.This episode explores what it really takes to build strength, recover from setbacks, and cut through the noise surrounding supplements, performance, and weight loss. Whether you're a gym beginner or an experienced athlete, there's something here for anyone looking to improve their health and fitness with practical, evidence-informed advice.#PharmacyPlanetPodcast #AjiSharif #VertexFitness #Boxing #Bodybuilding #FitnessCoach #WeightLoss #GLP1 #Supplements #Creatine #Protein #DubaiFitness #OnlineCoach #StrengthTraining #HealthPodcast #FitnessPodcast #PharmacyPlanet

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  Episode #18

  26/27 UK Pharmacy Settlement - The Contractor Verdict

  Jun 16, 202657 minS1

  In this special episode of The Pharmacy Planet Podcast, Boo Dhaliwal is joined by experienced pharmacy contractors Sharn Dev, Suraj Varia, and Kashif Ismail to discuss the newly announced Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) settlement for 2026.Representing independent pharmacies across Surrey, London, and Hertfordshire, the panel shares a candid, frontline perspective on what the latest funding settlement means for contractors, pharmacy teams, and the future of community pharmacy.With the government announcing a funding package that includes a 10.3% uplift, a £200 million increase in medicines margin, and significant changes to pharmacy funding, the sector has been left asking one question:Is this enough to secure the future of community pharmacy?The discussion explores everything from medicines margin, drug shortages, and dispensing at a loss, to independent prescribing, Pharmacy First, and whether pharmacies can finally move from survival mode to sustainable growth.💡 Whether you're a pharmacy owner, superintendent pharmacist, healthcare leader, or interested in the future of NHS pharmacy services, this episode offers an honest contractor-led assessment of the Pharmacy Contract 2026 settlement.🎧 What This Conversation Covers• First reactions to the Pharmacy Contract 2026 settlement• Is a 10.3% funding uplift actually enough?• The reality behind the £200 million medicines margin increase• Drug shortages, generic pricing, and dispensing at a loss• Why contractors remain frustrated by clawbacks and margin transparency• The financial impact of high-cost medicines such as Mounjaro• Can pharmacies realistically invest using the new funding?• Is the Single Activity Fee increase meaningful?• Alternative funding models for community pharmacy• The future of clinical services and independent prescribing• Business rates, rents, staffing pressures and operational costs• Whether contractors would accept or reject the settlement• What needs to happen next to make pharmacy sustainable👥 Guests👉 Sharn Dev💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharn-dev-883415193/👉 Suraj Varia💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suraj-varia-b9635428/👉 Kashif Ismail💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kashif-kashif-37m-59042641/🔗 Links👉 Pharmacy Planet🌐 https://www.pharmacyplanet.com/🎧 Listen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xs0BApZk55bgrQz7PN7VW👉 Boo Dhaliwal📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boo_pharmacyplanet/💼 LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/boo-dhaliwal-85680b136🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@boo_pharmacyplanetCommunity pharmacy remains one of the most accessible parts of the NHS, but increasing operational costs, workforce pressures, medicine shortages, and funding concerns continue to challenge contractors across the UK.This discussion brings together frontline pharmacy owners to provide an honest assessment of the Pharmacy Contract 2026 settlement and what it could mean for the future of independent pharmacy, NHS services, Pharmacy First, independent prescribing, and patient care.If you work in community pharmacy, pharmacy ownership, NHS contracting, healthcare leadership, or pharmacy business, this episode offers valuable insight into one of the most important funding settlements the profession has seen in recent years.#PharmacyContract2026 #CommunityPharmacy #UKPharmacy #PharmacyFunding #PharmacyFirst #IndependentPharmacy #CPCF #NHSPharmacy #PharmacyBusiness #ContractorsPerspective #MakePharmacyGreatAgain #PharmacyPlanetPodcast #HealthcarePolicy #PharmacyLeadership #PharmacyFuture #CommunityPharmacist #NHSFunding #PharmacyOwners #IndependentPrescribing #PrimaryCare

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