Weight loss jabs could be effective on children as young as six, study suggests

Experts in the US carried out a review and meta-analysis of 18 trials involving GLP-1 agonists on youngsters aged six to 17

The jabs could be effective on children as young as six, a study found. Picture: PA

Weight loss jabs could be effective on children as young as six who are obese or have type 2 diabetes, researchers suggest.

However, stomach problems were “significantly more common” among youngsters taking the drugs.