Richa Mittal MD

01/06/2026

I get to practice medicine the way it was meant to be practiced. I say this not to brag but for you to know that these moments are why exists. Thoughtful care. Deep listening. Science paired with humanity. Helping people feel safe, informed, and supported as they work toward better health without pressure, judgment, or overwhelm.

If you are ready for a different kind of experience with the medical system in 2026, send me a DM.

01/06/2026

Honored to be interviewed by Frisco STYLE Magazine for this very important article about GLP-1 medications- the good, the bad and the skinny….

Inside the Science, Stories, and Shifting Stigma of Medications Reshaping How America Understands Weight By Monica Wallis For decades, America

01/05/2026

Wegovy is now available as a daily pill, not just an injection​. In a 64-week study, people taking the Wegovy pill lost ~14% of their body weight (about 33 lb on average) compared to ~2–3% with placebo, with nearly 1 in 4 losing 20% or more.​ There ​is (was​) already an oral form of semaglutide on the market, but it was approved for diabetes, not obesity, and didn’t have the same weight-loss indication or dosing strategy. And! For patients paying cash, monthly pricing starts around $149 for lower doses (with higher doses priced higher), which is meaningfully lower than prior injectable list prices. Patients with commercial insurance may pay ​j​ust $25/month. What questions do you have? I’m a doctor who prescribes these meds and has taken them myself.

*Friendly reminder I can’t provide medical advice over IG.

12/31/2025

The start of a new year always gets me thinking about alignment. Not just goals or resolutions but whether the way you’re living actually supports your health. So many of the women I see are doing what they should be doing… but not what their body actually needs.

Chasing productivity
Ignoring burnout
Undereating
Over-caffeinating
Powering through symptoms and calling it “normal”

This framework (Ikigai) shows why. Real progress happens at the overlap of:

• what you care about
• what your body is capable of right now
• what your life actually demands (work, kids, stress, sleep)
• and what’s realistic to maintain long term

My work is helping my patients (especially mid-life women) find that center space: a plan that respects physiology, protects metabolism, and supports the life you’re actually living. As we head into this new year, my hope is that you aim less for perfection and more for alignment. Your body keeps score, but it also responds beautifully when you finally listen.

That’s the goal this year. Not extremes but alignment. Happy New Year!

— Dr. Richa Mittal

12/30/2025

Reflecting back on my year, I hope to focus on:

​- Showing up as I actually am, not the polished version. In life, online, and in my work.
​- Being where my feet are with my family, my patients, and myself.
​- Saying yes to new places, new experiences, and the occasional discomfort that usually turns into the best memories.
​- The reminder that getting older is a privilege, not a failure. One I want to honor in my own body and help my patients do with theirs, too.
​- Choosing what actually matters instead of constantly reacting to what’s loud or urgent.

Here’s to another year of learning, growing, and doing this a little more honestly than the last. 🤍

12/29/2025

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12/27/2025

Midlife health is complex. I wanted deeper training to match that reality. I’m proud to now offer that additional layer of expertise in patient care.

12/22/2025

Winter sickness season is officially here, and your immune system deserves more than guesswork. These five simple habits are rooted in physiology, not trends, and they make a real difference in how your body handles viruses once they show up.

Hydrate to protect your mucosal barriers. Sleep like it’s therapy for your immune system. Wash your hands to lower the viral load you’re exposed to. Eat nutrient-dense foods that actually fuel your immune cells. And have a simple “when it hits” toolkit ready so you’re not scrambling when the first cough or fever shows up.

You cannot avoid every bug, but you can support your body so it’s more resilient, less symptomatic, and better equipped to recover. Save this for the next time something starts circulating in your home or community.

12/21/2025

Midlife does not come with a manual, but it often comes with a lot of noise. Supplement stacks, wellness fads, hormone tests, and protocols can leave you more confused than empowered. As a metabolic health doctor in midlife myself, I want you to know you do not have to figure this out alone. You deserve safer, more targeted support, not handfuls of random supplements and guesswork. If you see yourself in this, save this post and know you are not the only one. Hope this helps.

12/19/2025

Such a great share today! Personalized care and a patient who shows up for themselves is always a winning combo.