Thrive with Carrie
Welcome to the Thrive with Carrie Podcast, your uplifting haven for women in midlife who refuse to let society and age dictate their health journey! If you’re tired of feeling stuck in a rut, join us for cutting-edge holistic health tips mixed with laughter, grace, and practical wisdom.
Hosted by Carrie Chojnowski, a Holistic Gut Health Practitioner and Certified Health Coach, this podcast is your guide to navigating midlife with confidence, clarity, and vitality. Carrie knows what it’s like to feel lost and wonder if your body will ever feel “right” again. After battling numerous health issues herself, Carrie dug deep into holistic health and has gathered an arsenal of simple, effective strategies backed by science to improve those pesky midlife issues that so many women struggle with. From gut health to glucose and hormone balance, Carrie will empower you with actionable advice, easy-to-use tools, and a sprinkle of inspiration.
Whether you’re seeking weight loss solutions, hormone harmony, ways to reduce inflammation or practical tips to thrive, Carrie's got you! Reclaim your unique sparkle, shed what no longer serves you, and embrace a life of vitality, joy, and balance as you approach 50 and beyond.
So grab your favorite smoothie or cup of tea, kick back, and let’s embark on this empowering journey together. It’s time to step into your power, radiate confidence, and flourish like never before. It’s time to Thrive with Carrie!
Thrive with Carrie
The Healing Power of Color in Midlife with Dr. Deanna Minich (Episode 56)
Have you ever felt like midlife has lost a little of its color—emotionally, physically, or even on your plate?
In this vibrant conversation, Carrie is joined by Dr. Deanna Minich—nutrition scientist, author of The Rainbow Diet, and a pioneer in connecting food, mood, and color. Together, they explore how eating a colorful, phytonutrient-rich diet can deeply support hormone balance, brain health, and emotional well-being—especially during perimenopause and menopause.
They talk about the underappreciated power of micronutrients, why diversity matters more than perfection, and how color is more than visual—it's medicinal. From food to mood, plates to paint colors, this episode is full of practical wisdom to help you feel more vibrant, nourished, and connected to yourself.
You’ll learn:
- What it really means to “eat the rainbow” (and why it’s more than just pretty food)
- How specific colors support adrenal, thyroid, and ovarian health
- Why focusing only on macros misses the big picture
- How to reconnect with your body—and your joy—through simple, color-rich choices
Whether you're stuck in a food rut or just craving more vibrancy in this season of life, this episode will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to bring the color back.
Learn more about Dr. Minich’s work and her latest book at www.deannaminich.com
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About Deanna:
Deanna Minich, PhD, is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, educator, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and the food and dietary supplement industries, and currently the Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health. She has been active as a functional medicine clinician in clinical trials and in her own practice (Food & Spirit™). She is the author of seven consumer books on wellness topics, four book chapters, and over fifty scientific publications. Through her talks, workshops, groups, and in-person retreats, she helps people to transform their lives practically and artfully through nutrition and lifestyle.
Connect with Deanna:
Website: deannaminich
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.minich/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannaminich/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/foodandspirit/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriechojnowski/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.o.chojnowski
Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.