Two-in-one pill tackles smoking and obesity

A NEW super pill which helps people quit smoking while losing up to 20 lbs a year could be the answer for millions of addicts who have tried to kick the habit, but piled on the pounds.

The pill, which works by suppressing cravings, doubled the chances of quitting cigarettes and led to a "spectacular drop in waistlines" according to US research.

The drug, called Rimonabant, offers new hope in tackling smoking and obesity.