FAT-LOSS JABS CUT HEART ATTACK RISK

Limiting appetite suppressants to most obese 'makes no sense'

- BY MARTIN BAGOT Health Editor

WEIGHT loss jabs could reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke regardless of how many pounds a person loses, research suggests.

Analysis shows losing belly fat is key to better heart health, rather than overall weight loss, which can include loss of muscle mass.

Scientists said limiting the appetite suppressant semaglutide to only the most severely obese people does not make sense.