Former EastEnders star Nina Wadia has spoken candidly about her two-stone weight loss, insisting she did not use weight-loss injections and urging caution over the jabs. The 57-year-old, who played Zainab Masood from 2007 to 2013, appeared on Good Morning Britain to address assumptions about her slimmer figure.
Wadia explained that her transformation was the result of gradual lifestyle changes over three years. 'It’s been an ongoing project because I want it to stay off,' she said. She admitted she understands why people assume injections are involved, but stressed that slow and steady has been key for her.
The actress revealed that turning 50 was a wake-up call for her health. Regular NHS check-up letters made her more aware of the effort needed to maintain balance. 'Once you hit that age, for me, it’s like I have no metabolic rate. I have to be so careful about making sure that I move every single day,' she said.
While Wadia did not dismiss weight-loss jabs entirely, she warned of side effects. 'Some of my friends who have taken it have said they’ve been very depressed because they lost their appetite completely,' she said. She added that jabs can be useful as a kickstarter for those who are obese, but emphasised the importance of daily movement.
Wadia, who is part of the This Girl Can campaign, said she does not track her step count but simply tries to stay active. 'Even a ten-minute walk every day will work wonders for you,' she said. Her comments come as weight-loss injections like Mounjaro and Ozempic continue to gain popularity, with around 2.5 million people in the UK believed to be using them.
