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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! 

Nutrition Alternative Health Health & Fitness
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
36 minutes
Episodes
66
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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Body Talk: Sex & Hormones with Dr. Erin Kinney (Episode 25)

Body Talk: Sex & Hormones with Dr. Erin Kinney (Episode 25)

In this candid and enlightening episode, I sit down with Dr. Erin Kinney to tackle a topic that often gets brushed under the rug—libido. From the intricate connection between stress and sex hormones …

00:37:56  |   Fri 29 Nov 2024
Rethinking Alcohol: The Science and Empowerment Behind Sobriety with Maureen Benkovich (Episode 24)

Rethinking Alcohol: The Science and Empowerment Behind Sobriety with Maureen Benkovich (Episode 24)

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Maureen Benkovich, founder of Sober Fit Chick Coaching and a certified gray area drinking coach. Maureen shares her personal journey of breaking free from al…

00:38:01  |   Fri 22 Nov 2024
Why Supplements Matter: Boosting Health in a Modern World (Episode 23)

Why Supplements Matter: Boosting Health in a Modern World (Episode 23)

Hi, everyone! Welcome back to Thrive with Carrie. Today, I’m diving into a topic I get asked about all the time—supplementation and why it’s so important for our health. There’s a lot of conflicting …

00:35:10  |   Fri 15 Nov 2024
Empowering Women with ADHD: Finding Balance Through Holistic Healing with Dr. Cristine Ehly (Episode 22)

Empowering Women with ADHD: Finding Balance Through Holistic Healing with Dr. Cristine Ehly (Episode 22)

Hello everyone, and welcome back to Thrive with Carrie! I’m so excited about today’s episode because I’m joined by my friend, Dr. Cristine Ehly, an incredible naturopathic doctor who works with women…

00:39:22  |   Fri 08 Nov 2024
Healing from Within: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Health - with Dr. Sarah Poldmae (Episode 21)

Healing from Within: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Health - with Dr. Sarah Poldmae (Episode 21)

Today, I'm thrilled to sit down with my dear friend and colleague, Dr. Sara Poldmae, who is a doctor of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and a functional medicine practitioner. With over 20 years of ex…

00:31:36  |   Fri 01 Nov 2024
Unlocking the Power of Your Subconscious for Healing - with Dr. Daniel Johns, D.C., F.I.A.M.A, CERT D.N. (Episode 20)

Unlocking the Power of Your Subconscious for Healing - with Dr. Daniel Johns, D.C., F.I.A.M.A, CERT D.N. (Episode 20)

Hey friends! Welcome to Thrive with Carrie. In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Daniel Johns, an integrative chiropractor and founder of Elevate Life Clinic in Annapolis. We dove …

00:44:01  |   Fri 25 Oct 2024
Body work and it's impact on Midlife Health - with Lynda Dardick, LMT (Episode 19)

Body work and it's impact on Midlife Health - with Lynda Dardick, LMT (Episode 19)

In this special episode, I sat down with Lynda Dardick, a licensed massage therapist with decades of experience in therapeutic bodywork. We dive deep into her journey from Ireland to becoming a maste…

00:35:56  |   Fri 18 Oct 2024
How To Reduce Stress In Your Family Life | Special Ep. with my son and I (Episode 18)

How To Reduce Stress In Your Family Life | Special Ep. with my son and I (Episode 18)

In this special episode, I sit down with my 13-year-old son, Jack, to explore a topic that hits close to home: how to reduce stress in family life. Jack and I share some candid moments as he offers h…

00:29:03  |   Fri 11 Oct 2024
The Whole Body Benefits of Barre - with Megan Wade, Barre Instructor (Episode 17)

The Whole Body Benefits of Barre - with Megan Wade, Barre Instructor (Episode 17)

Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of the *Thrive with Carrie* podcast! I am *so* excited about today's conversation with my wonderful friend Megan Wade, the owner of Barre Forward. Megan h…

00:23:21  |   Fri 04 Oct 2024
The Key To Reducing Overwhelm In Your Life (Episode 16)

The Key To Reducing Overwhelm In Your Life (Episode 16)

In this episode, I break down my favorite strategy for reducing the overwhelm and stress. Remember, your ratings and reviews really do make my day!

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00:12:10  |   Fri 27 Sep 2024
Steps to reduce toxins in your daily life | with special guest Michelle Borselle (Episode 15)

Steps to reduce toxins in your daily life | with special guest Michelle Borselle (Episode 15)

In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, we’re diving deep into the world of holistic, low-tox living with my dear friend and fellow health coach, Michelle Borselle. Michelle has been on a journey of r…

00:37:51  |   Fri 20 Sep 2024
How Stress Hijacks Your Hormones with Dr. Erin Kinney (Episode 14)

How Stress Hijacks Your Hormones with Dr. Erin Kinney (Episode 14)

In this episode of Thrive with Carrie, I sit down with Dr. Erin Kinney, an amazing naturopathic doctor who specializes in helping stressed-out patients regain control of their health. Dr. Kinney shar…

00:30:25  |   Fri 13 Sep 2024
Healing Your Gut: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) | with special guest Dr. Ana Rodriguez (Episode 13)

Healing Your Gut: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) | with special guest Dr. Ana Rodriguez (Episode 13)

In this episode of the "Thrive with Carrie" podcast, I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Ana Rodriguez, a brilliant naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist. Ana shares her incredible journey fro…

00:41:59  |   Wed 04 Sep 2024
Midlife Hormones & Hormone Therapy with Monique Willingham, NP

Midlife Hormones & Hormone Therapy with Monique Willingham, NP

In this episode, Carrie interviews Monique Willingham, NP about some commonly overlooked topics surrounding midlife hormone health for women. Make sure to share with a friend and leave a review (they…

00:33:59  |   Fri 30 Aug 2024
Simple, Healthy Substitutes for Food Allergies, Ethical Considerations, and More! (Episode 12)

Simple, Healthy Substitutes for Food Allergies, Ethical Considerations, and More! (Episode 12)

Food Allergies and Restrictions sure can make mealtimes a challenge sometimes! That's why my goal in this episode is to share some simple, healthy food swaps that will make your time in the kitchen s…

00:26:40  |   Fri 23 Aug 2024
Calm the Back to School Chaos with special guest Samantha Straub

Calm the Back to School Chaos with special guest Samantha Straub

In this episode, Carrie and special guest Samantha Straub (@teensavvycoaching) dive into how parents can calm the back to school chaos and thrive during their parenting journey.

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00:37:53  |   Fri 16 Aug 2024
Is this food REALLY good for me? Tackling food label confusion...

Is this food REALLY good for me? Tackling food label confusion...

In this episode, Carrie tackles food label confusion and dives into how you can tell whether or not a food is actually good for you!

Follow Carrie on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriechojno…

00:38:57  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
Breakfast & the Glucose Roller Coaster with Abby Waleik

Breakfast & the Glucose Roller Coaster with Abby Waleik

In this episode, the third in our metabolic series with Abby Waleik, founder of Homebody Health, LLC and advocate for a healthy glucose metabolism in midlife, we discuss the “Glucose Rollercoaster” a…

00:32:28  |   Fri 02 Aug 2024
Understanding Macronutrients & the Glycemic Impact of Foods - with Abby Waleik

Understanding Macronutrients & the Glycemic Impact of Foods - with Abby Waleik

Today is Part 2 of our Metabolic Series with Abby Waleik, founder of Homebody Health, LLC and advocate for a healthy glucose metabolism in midlife! This episode is all about Macronutrients ~ understa…

00:37:32  |   Fri 26 Jul 2024
Blood Sugar Instability & Insulin Resistance with Abby Waleik

Blood Sugar Instability & Insulin Resistance with Abby Waleik

In this episode, part one (of three) of our metabolic series, my dear friend and colleague Abby Waleik of Homebody Health, LLC shares about the importance of identifying the signs and symptoms of blo…

00:36:49  |   Fri 19 Jul 2024
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