Hot Flushes, Belly Fat & Brain Fog: What If It Isn’t Menopause?

In this eye-opening talk, you’ll discover why the gut is often the missing piece of the menopause puzzle.

Bookings will open on Thursday 6 August 2026.

Hot flushes. Stubborn belly fat. Brain fog. Poor sleep. Mood swings… Many women assume these changes are simply the price of menopause — something to tolerate and push through.

But what if menopause isn’t the whole story?

Natalie Woodman is an internationally recognised Nutritional Medicine and Gut Health Practitioner who has helped thousands around the world restore gut balance and reclaim their health.

Known for her down-to-earth wisdom, warmth, and a wit that keeps audiences laughing while they learn, Natalie has a unique gift for translating cutting-edge, evidence-based science into simple, practical strategies that anyone can use – no matter their age or stage of life.

She’s the author of the best-selling Gut Health Recipe Compendium, a sought-after coach, and a regular guest on radio, podcasts, and in newspapers and magazines.

Emerging research shows that many of the symptoms women blame on hormones are strongly influenced by the gut microbiome — the trillions of bacteria that regulate digestion, inflammation, metabolism, mood and even how estrogen is processed in the body. When the gut becomes imbalanced during midlife, these symptoms can become louder and more persistent.

In this eye-opening talk, you’ll discover why the gut is often the missing piece of the menopause puzzle, and how restoring gut health can help eliminate hot flushes, reduce stubborn weight gain, improve clarity and energy, and support better sleep and emotional balance.

This evidence-based session moves beyond fads, supplements and quick fixes, offering practical insights into how working with your gut can transform the way you experience midlife — and why many women start to feel like themselves again once their gut is back in balance.

Additional information

Getting to the event:

Subiaco Library has limited parking bays available at the rear of the building including two accessible parking bays. For more information on getting around Subiaco visit the city’s website.

Access and inclusion:

Subiaco Library is wheelchair accessible. For additional information please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.

Ticket information:

You are not required to bring a ticket with you. Names will be checked at the door. Please note that space is limited and registration is essential. Please only register if you will definitely be attending.

More information:

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