Save Yourself With Dr. Amy Shah

Ep 59 Dr. Richa Mittal: Expert Advice for Tackling Perimenopause and Weight Gain

Mar 25, 2025

51:49

In this episode of Save Yourself, Dr. Richa Mittal and I dive into the world of GLP1 medications, obesity management, and the nuances of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Richa Mittal, an internal medicine, obesity, and lifestyle medicine doctor, shares her journey and expertise, discussing everything from her personal approach with weight management to the broader implications of modern medications in today's health landscape.

Together, we explore the challenges and solutions surrounding perimenopause, anxiety, and hormonal changes, while also addressing listener questions on navigating these complex health issues. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation that aims to shed light on the intersection of medicine, wellness, and personal health journeys.

Episode Highlights

04:05 Live Q&A with Dr. Richa Mittal

08:31 Rethinking Obesity Definition

09:57 Visceral Fat and Perimenopause Insights

15:30 Live Audience Q&A Session

18:55 Hormone Therapy and Anxiety Discussion

19:31 Hormones, Sleep, and Body Composition

23:19 "Finding Supportive Obesity Medicine Physicians"

29:02 Navigating Medication Costs Safely

31:06 Drug Companies Guarding Territory

35:27 Ozempic Side Effects and Sensitivities

38:34 Diet Sodas: Impact on Health

42:23 Meta Account Name Change Struggle

45:15 Future Food Trends: Fiber & Fermented

46:15 Moving Away from Carnivore Diet

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