Fitness Confidential

Episode 2171 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Mark Cucuzzella and they discuss the obesity epidemic, heart disease, calcium scores and cholesterol, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/obesity-epidemic-heart-disease-episode-2171 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI THE OBESITY EPIDEMIC Vinnie welcomes Dr. Mark Cucuzzella back to the show and gives a little refresher on Dr. Mark's background. (1:45) They then discuss the rise in obesity and sugar and high carb food consumption especially in kids, and how the number is growing and has become a worldwide obesity epidemic. (6:10) They mention Dr. Lewis Cantley, who is one of the leading researchers in the world on the relationship between sugar and cancer. (7:00) They also discuss a few other experts who have been talking about these subjects, but for some reason still struggle to get the word out. The effects of policies are impacting our kids in a big way, and not in a good way. They also chat about how Dr. Mark is a runner, very lean, and has a specific diabetes issue, which he describes in detail. (25:40) HEART DISEASE, CAC SCORES, & CHOLESTEROL The conversation then switches and Vinnie asks Dr. Mark to explain exactly what a CAC (calcium score) is. (38:25) As a result Dr. Mark gives a breakdown of the test, how it works, and what information about heart disease and cholesterol you can learn from it. They also discuss the confusion around the need for statins, as well as the challenges of diabetics and calcium results. PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2170 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Andy Schreiber chat about challenging yourself, the definition of diet, some business updates, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/definition-of-diet-episode-2170 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI THE DEFINITION OF DIET Vinnie welcomes Andy back; Andy has been super-busy with all business NSNG®. Vinnie tells Andy a little story of an opportunity that came up for him where he decided to challenge himself, as well as the result of that challenge. (2:40) Vinnie mentions that as soon as he finds his weakness, that's what he works on. The conversation then switches to what the definition of diet is. (16:16) Vinnie mentions that there are words people use in his consults with them that alert him to a "diet mentality." (18:05) People always want to know what they are "allowed"; consequently, Vinnie has a good summary. Andy adds that there is the issue of eating for boredom as well. Vinnie gives an example of how things like "football season" starts a slippery slope for many people. Vinnie and Andy wrap up the show with some business announcements for Ultra Fat and Pure Coffee Club. (27:40) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2169 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat about aging pets, breath work, answer some listener questions about carb cycling, mixed messages, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/mixed-messages-episode-2169 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI MIXED MESSAGES Vinnie and Anna start the show discussing aging pets; the discussion was prompted by a friend's recent loss of her dog. (4:30) The conversation turns to listener questions and Vinnie gives an impassioned explanation about carb cycling and the mixed messages that other "experts" send about it. (16:00) Vinnie mentions running into the same question in the Ladies' NSNG group; as a result, he gives the best answer that nobody wants to hear. (23:35) The reality is you can't try to game the system and have success! Anna understands why people are confused--so many mixed messages are constantly being sent, and Vinnie just wants to relay the truth. At this point, Vinnie needs a little relaxing breath work, and Anna guides him; as a result, they discuss the importance of breath work. (27:25) They chat about James Nestor who has been on the show several times. Vinnie says James is the "real deal". The second health question is about comparing lifting weights at a gym vs. moving weight around at work. (43:42) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2168 - On this Sunday's show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad chat about getting clear answers from "The Fruitarian", to "inflammatory meat", the benefits of lifting weights, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/getting-clear-answers-episode-2168 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI GETTING CLEAR ANSWERS Vinnie welcomes his new BFF Gina and they start off the show with Vinnie encouraging Gina to listen to the "Fruitarian" episode. (2:00) Vinnie gives Gina a little rundown of the episode and how it was difficult getting clear answers during that interview. Speaking of clear answers, Gina then asks for Vinnie's take on claims she has heard about meat being "inflammatory". (8:50) They discuss claims by varied groups as well as epidemiological studies. Then Vinnie and Gina chat about a study in Japan that claims that as little as 30 minutes a week of weight lifting could have benefits. (16:50) Vinnie explains what works best with weightlifting and why. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2167 - On this Saturday's show, Vinnie Tortorich speaks with new listener Ashley Grimaldo about how NSNG® has been a family affair, the success of their journey, coming from a family history of metabolic diseases, sugar addiction, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/family-affair-episode-2167 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI A FAMILY AFFAIR Vinnie welcomes Ashley to the show; she is a "Mike Rowe newbie" and she gives some brief backstory on her journey with NSNG®. (2:15) She has dropped approximately 25 lbs. so far, and her 12-year-old son has dropped 40 lbs.! As a result, more members of her family have joined and are feeling the effects of better health, despite a long family history of metabolic issues. Inspired by her son's success, Vinnie shares a great story about "Kevin" from his book, Fitness Confidential.(7:15) Ashely also shares how NSNG® feels different than other methods she has tried. (18:55) She and Vinnie also chat about sugar addiction and that it is a real thing. Her son has some great mindset ideas and is loving experimenting with food. NSNG® has become a family affair as several family members have joined in and are feeling the benefits! Ashely mentions her biggest frustration over the years. (16:20) Vinnie and Ashely agree that everyone needs to make their own decisions, but Ashley is grateful her son just is no longer interested in unhealthy foods. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2166 - On this Friday's show, Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Stephen Hussey about his book, Understanding the Heart, the evolution of the heart, healthy metabolism, oxidative stress, diet, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/evolution-heart-stephen-hussey-episode-2166 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EVOLUTION OF THE HEART Vinnie welcomes Dr. Stephen Hussey to the show and they jump right in discussing Stephen's background and the whys and how he got into the medical field. (1:50) Stephen is a Type 1 diabetic and wanted to learn what he could about it. Vinnie tells the story of a couple shown in his first documentary who had a T1D child and emphasizes the importance of advocating for yourself and to keep learning. (13:30) Vinnie asks Stephen to share what his book is about, so Stephen gives a summary of the evolution of the heart. (18:40) They also discuss how diet is so important to development, health, and healing. (24:10) They discuss what the average diet looked like before the 1800s. (27:20) Stephen explains what evolution happened that makes humans what they are today (biologically). (28:00) Stephen makes the point that "we are not smarter than nature." (41:25) Vinnie then asks Stephen where you can find his book; Stephen gives details about the publication of his book, and you can also find the link above. (46:12) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2165 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich is flying solo this episode and chats about respecting where your food comes from, a few Twitter posts, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/flying-solo-episode-2165 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI FLYING SOLO Vinnie starts the show with an update about UltraFat and Pure Vitamin Club. (1:40) He then chats about a show called "Snowflake Mountain" that was recommended to him. (6:00) The thing he appreciated about the episode was the lesson of learning and appreciating where your food comes from. Vinnie then talks about a few Tweets he received, including one from a newbie NSNGer who has made great progress in a short amount of time. (14:25) He also discusses a Tweet that displays a chart of good fats and bad fats and he lets you know exactly what items are B.S. (18:08) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2164 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat about changing things up, natural sweeteners, annoying social media comments, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/changing-things-up-episode-2164 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI CHANGING THINGS UP After a little chit-chat, Vinnie tells Anna about the various types of exercises Serena has been doing. (4:58) It's never too late to try something different. Vinnie and Serena have noticed a difference in a short amount of time by changing things up. Vinnie then tells a story about a seminar he spoke at recently in Virginia. (16:47) This leads Anna and Vinnie to chat about sweeteners and the beliefs around them. Vinnie then switches to discuss the kinds of comments he gets on social media and gives some examples. (34:00) They also mention how people are always looking for the "Golden Ticket" or "Magic Bullet". The reality is that weight loss and changing things up is a process. They end the show with a bit of a teaser about Vinnie. (53:40) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2163 - On this Sunday School show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss a recent study that reveals--and it's no surprise--some health issues around fake meat, battling cancer, the Beyond Impossible documentary, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/no-surprise-episode-2163 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI NO SURPRISE Gina starts the show with an article about research results for fake meat, and the results aren't great. (1:30) Vinnie and Gina chat about how the study results are no surprise; as a result, Vinnie tells Gina what led him to even start questioning fake meat further. (4:00) This leads to Vinnie and Gina discussing their friend Bryan Bishop (aka, "Bald Bryan") and his struggle with keeping weight on during cancer treatments. (13:00) Gina emphasizes her trust in Vinnie's advice--he cares about the individual, not just the "narrative". Vinnie speaks a little about his own cancer struggle, and how he is able to relate to Bryan and others. They then chat a bit about Vinnie's book Fitness Confidential and some backstory to it. (18:40) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2162 - On this Saturday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Allie Morgan to discuss the benefits of being on NSNG and carnivore, the measurable difference in health, helping her son go from non-verbal to high-functioning autistic, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/08/non-verbal-high-functioning-episode-2162 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI NON-VERBAL TO HIGH-FUNCTIONING Vinnie welcomes Allie Morgan to the show to talk about how her autistic son is non-verbal on the SAD (Standard American Diet) and high-functioning on NSNG®. (3:30) First Vinnie asks Allie about her own backstory and why she is on the carnivore diet. (5:40) Allie has had some lifelong battles with various health issues that she reviews; as a result, the carnivore diet is what works best for her health and history. She has had IBS, hearing issues, PCOS, mental health challenges, and several other issues; many of the issues ran in the family. Vinnie then asks Allie what the issues were for her autistic son. (30:00) Allie reviews what changes she made in her son's diet that helps him go from non-verbal to high-functioning. (39:45) She also has makes sure her son understands the "Whys" of what makes him feel better. Vinnie and Allie chat about the importance of nutrient dense foods, ketones, and more. They also chat about the differences between how much processed foods were available years ago vs. today's market. (46:35) Vinnie wraps up the show emphasizing the importance of advocating for yourself in you health and lifestyle. (50:00) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!