Episode 102: Erik Bustillo- Nutrition Myth Busting

In this episode, I am joined by Erik Bustillo. Erik is a Registered Dietitian. He attended Florida International University and earned the title of Registered Dietitian. Additionally, Erik is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist through the International Society of Sports Nutrition- ISSN, a Certified Strength Coach, and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association – NSCA. He is also the Co-Vice President of the ISSN. 

In this episode, we do some common nutrition myth-busting. 

Topics: 

-(0:00) His background
-(11:30) His current training/nutrition. 
-(16:45) Your metabolism isn't the cause of your weight gain, your diet and physical activity is. 
-(24:15) Carbohydrates are not the sole reason for your unintended weight gain. 
-(27:22) Sugar is not the cause of obesity. 
-(34:35) Nonnutrititive sweeteners do not cause increases in insulin and blood sugar. 
-(41:25) We dont need fresh, non-GMO, organic foods. 
-(47:10) Eating for your body type. 
-(52:17) White rice vs brown rice. 
-(54:15) Dairy is bad for you. 



Where to find him: 

Instagram: @erikbustillo