Gut Microbiome Basics: Prebiotics vs Probiotics with Rebecca Hermann

Aesthetics Unscripted · Aug 20, 2026 · 29m · transcript

Gut Microbiome Basics: Prebiotics vs Probiotics, Cravings, and Smarter Grocery Shopping | Aesthetics Unscripted

Host Kim welcomes registered dietician nutritionist Rebecca Herman to discuss gut microbiome basics and how to navigate nutrition misinformation. Rebecca explains her work in K–12 nutrition education, clarifies the difference between a registered dietician and a nutritionist, and emphasizes continuing education. They define the gut microbiome and why it matters for digestion, immunity, memory, and overall wellness, then break down prebiotics (fiber from fruits, vegetables, oats…