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!
Episodes
58 episodes
The Fiber Fix: How to Boost Gut Health, Balance Hormones & Feel Like You Again (Episode 57)
Think fiber is just about staying regular? Think again. In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most overlooked and powerful tools for midlife health: fiber. Whether you're struggling with bloating, constipation, blood sugar s...
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Episode 57
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24:06
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, a...
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Episode 56
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58:37
Thrive on the Go: How to Stay Well While Traveling This Summer (Episode 55)
Headed out for a summer adventure but don’t want to feel like your wellness goals get left behind?In this episode, I’m sharing real-life, doable strategies to help you stay consistent with your health—without feeling deprived or obse...
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Episode 55
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27:24
The Missing Link in Autoimmune Healing: Trauma, Emotions & Your Immune System with Dr. Daniel Johns (Episode 54)
You’ve tried the supplements, cleaned up your diet, addressed the mold and Lyme… but something still feels stuck. What if the final piece of your healing isn’t physical at all?In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, Dr. Daniel Jo...
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Episode 54
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46:51
Greens That Heal: Why Microgreens Deserve a Spot on Your Plate with Wade Ellinger (Episode 53)
You’ve probably seen microgreens sprinkled on a fancy dish or tossed in a smoothie—but did you know they might be one of the most powerful foods for gut healing, hormone balance, and inflammation?In this episode of Thrive with Carrie...
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Episode 53
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46:55
Clean Eating, Reframed: It’s Not About Cutting Carbs—It’s About Cutting the Crap (Episode 52)
We’ve been sold the idea that “eating clean” means cutting carbs, tracking every bite, and living in a constant state of food guilt. But what if clean eating wasn’t about restriction at all?In this episode, we’re throwing out the ruleboo...
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Episode 52
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28:51
Aging Gracefully: Skin, Hormones & Confidence in Midlife with Monique Willingham (Episode 51)
In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, nurse practitioner and wellness expert Monique Willingham returns to the podcast to talk about what it really means to age gracefully—from the inside out. Together, Monique and Carrie explore the ...
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Episode 51
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24:29
The MANN Method: A Real-Life Wellness Blueprint for Women with Aliesha Mann (Episode 50)
In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, Carrie chats with Aliesha Mann, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of Zinda Integrative Health and Wellness. Aliesha shares her deeply personal journey—from burnout and infert...
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Episode 50
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33:55
The Power of Priming: Create a Morning That Fuels Abundance (Episode 49)
For a long time, I thought I was starting my mornings with intention—exercise, meditation, even prayer. But something still felt off. I was doing all the “right” things, yet I didn’t feel fully grounded or aligned. When I discovered
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Episode 49
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27:50
Healing My Gut, Restoring My Life: The Power of Weed, Seed, Feed (Episode 48)
In this vulnerable solo episode, I’m opening up about a season when I felt completely out of alignment. Chronic pain, digestive distress, hormonal imbalance, and constant irritability had taken over—and I barely recognized myself. As a wife and...
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Episode 48
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27:09
Rooted and Resilient: Ayurvedic Wisdom for Midlife with Ileana Gonzalez (Episode 47)
In this episode, Carrie welcomes board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner Ileana Gonzalez to explore how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom can offer deep nourishment, healing, and clarity during the often chaotic transition of midlife.They dive int...
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Episode 47
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45:06
Breathe to Heal: Unlocking the Power of Breathwork with Trish Brewer (Episode 46)
In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, certified trauma-informed breathwork coach and Reiki master Trish Brewer joins Carrie to explore the transformative power of intentional breathing. From stress reduction and emotional release to s...
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Episode 46
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40:05
From Allergies to Autoimmunity: Rewiring the Body’s Signals with Dr. Molly Hutto (Episode 45)
In this episode, Dr. Molly Hutto—founder of Annapolis Family Acupuncture and affectionately known as "The Allergy Whisperer"—joins Carrie to demystify one of the most fascinating healing tools in holistic medicine: the Soliman Auricular Acupunc...
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Episode 45
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35:52
Thrive in Midlife: Pam Adams on Strength, Fitness, and Nutrition (Episode 44)
In this episode, Carrie sits down with Pam Adams, a board-certified licensed nutritionist and certified personal trainer with over 20 years of experience. As a dedicated perimenopause fitness coach and the founder of Synergy Nutrition and Welln...
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Episode 44
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42:51
Managing ADHD Naturally: Nutrition, Structure, and Daily Habits (Episode 43)
In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, we dive into natural ways to manage ADHD symptoms without relying on medication. Carrie shares her personal journey with ADHD, discussing the challenges of inattention and hyperactivity and how sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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28:33
Detox & Drainage: The Missing Link in Your Health Journey with Grayce Muffler (Episode 42)
If you’ve ever tried a detox and felt worse instead of better, you’re not alone. In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, integrative health practitioner Grayce Muffler joins Carrie to break down the right way to support detoxification b...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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1:07:07
Taking Up Space: Fitness, Strength, and Self-Worth with Tara DeLeon (Episode 41)
Many women see fitness as a punishment, but what if it could be empowering instead? In this episode, Carrie sits down with personal trainer, professor, speaker, and author Tara DeLeon to discuss how strength training can transform not just your...
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Episode 41
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45:03
The 5 R's to Rock Your Gut Health & Transform Your Well-Being (Episode 40)
Did you know that 80% of your immune system lives in your gut? In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, host Carrie Chojnowski shares her 5 R's approach to restoring gut health—a powerful step-by-step method to heal digestion, boost ener...
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Episode 40
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41:47
The Thyroid Deep Dive: Symptoms, Testing & Healing Strategies with Dr. Erin Kinney (Episode 39)
Thyroid issues are more common than you think, yet many people are told their labs are "normal" while still experiencing fatigue, weight struggles, brain fog, and more. In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, Dr. Erin Kinney joins Carri...
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Episode 39
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27:44
Breaking Free: Gut Health, Hormones & Healing from Burnout with Brittany Oliver (Episode 38)
Are you feeling stuck, exhausted, or like your body just isn’t responding the way it used to? In this episode, Coach Britt (Brittany Oliver) returns to share her journey of overcoming anxiety, hormonal imbalances, and the pressures of doing mor...
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Episode 38
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52:57
Home Birth, Postpartum Healing, and Thriving After Baby with Ana Rodriguez (Episode 37)
In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, Dr. Ana Rodriguez returns to share her incredible home birth experience and insights into postpartum health. From the benefits of home birth to the challenges of postpartum recovery, Dr. Ana and C...
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Episode 37
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52:11
The Gut-Brain Connection: Unlocking the Key to Your Health (Episode 36)
In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating world of the gut-brain connection and how it impacts everything from digestion and metabolism to mental health and immunity. Carrie breaks down the science behind why gut health is essential, h...
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Episode 36
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38:22
Break Through the Storm: Harnessing Somatic Tools for Inner Transformation with Emily Finnell (Episode 35)
In this episode, Carrie welcomes Emily Finnell, a heart math coach and somatic expert, to explore the transformative power of somatic work. Emily shares her journey from special education to leadership coaching and explains how somatic practice...
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Episode 35
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42:18
Pelvic Floor Health: Simple Tips for Strength and Stability with Julie Blamphin (Episode 34)
In this empowering episode, Carrie is joined again by Julie Blamphin, a speaker and expert in pelvic floor health. Together, they dive into the essential yet often overlooked topic of pelvic floor wellness. Julie explains the importance of a st...
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Episode 34
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40:10
Finding Light in the Darkness: Navigating Grief and Rebuilding Connection with Marie Burgess (Episode 33)
In this heartfelt episode of Thrive with Carrie, Carrie sits down with grief therapist Marie Burgess, owner of Genuine Connection Psychotherapy. Marie opens up about her deeply personal journey following the loss of her son, Harvey, an...
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Episode 33
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56:42