JoyBwellness Digestive Wellness Assessment
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Wellness Assessment

Is It IBS
Or Something Else?

Explore your digestive symptoms and discover helpful insights about what may be contributing to how you feel

Do you experience bloating, abdominal discomfort, unpredictable bowel habits or digestive symptoms that seem to have no clear explanation?

You are not alone. Millions of people live with ongoing digestive symptoms without ever fully understanding what may be driving them.

This interactive assessment will help you explore your symptoms, identify potential patterns and gain a deeper understanding of what your digestive system may be telling you.

This assessment generates a personal written report you can save or print to keep as a reference and share with your healthcare provider if you wish.
This assessment is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any health concerns.
Step 1 of 12 Education
Understanding IBS

What Is IBS And Why Is It So Misunderstood?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome — commonly known as IBS — is one of the most widespread digestive conditions, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood.

Unlike conditions such as Crohn's disease or coeliac disease, IBS does not cause visible damage to the digestive tract. Instead it affects how the gut functions — how it moves, how it responds to food and how it communicates with the brain.

This is part of why IBS is often difficult to identify. Its symptoms — which can include bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea or a combination — overlap significantly with many other digestive conditions.

  • Many people live with undiagnosed digestive issues for years
  • Symptoms can vary greatly from person to person
  • Triggers differ widely — food, stress, hormones and lifestyle all play a role
  • Understanding your own symptom patterns is a powerful first step
This assessment will help you explore your symptoms across several key areas and generate a personal report based on your responses.
Step 2 of 12 Your Core Symptoms

Your Core Symptoms

Select the answer that best reflects your typical experience over the past few months.

Question 1 of 6
How often do you experience bloating or a visibly swollen abdomen?
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How often do you experience abdominal pain or cramping?
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How would you describe your typical bowel habits?
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Do you experience urgency — a sudden need to use the bathroom?
Question 5 of 6
Do your digestive symptoms improve after a bowel movement?
Question 6 of 6
How soon after eating do your symptoms tend to appear?
Step 3 of 12 Education
Symptom Patterns

Understanding Your Symptom Patterns

One of the most helpful things you can do is begin to notice patterns in your symptoms. IBS symptoms often follow recognisable patterns that can help distinguish them from other digestive conditions.

IBS-C

Constipation-dominant. Infrequent, hard or difficult stools often accompanied by bloating and discomfort.

IBS-D

Diarrhoea-dominant. Loose, urgent or frequent stools, often triggered by food, stress or anxiety.

IBS-M

Mixed type. Symptoms alternate between constipation and diarrhoea, sometimes unpredictably.

The Gut-Brain Link

The gut and brain communicate constantly. Stress and anxiety can directly influence gut function and symptom severity.

Symptoms can shift and change over time. Many people find their IBS type changes as their lifestyle, stress levels or diet evolves.
Step 4 of 12 Your Triggers

Your Triggers

Understanding what may be triggering your symptoms is key to managing them.

Question 1 of 6
Do certain foods seem to worsen your symptoms? (e.g. dairy, gluten, onions, garlic, fatty foods)
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Do your symptoms worsen during periods of stress or anxiety?
Question 3 of 6
How would you describe your current stress levels?
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How is your sleep quality?
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Do caffeine or alcohol seem to affect your symptoms?
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Do you notice your symptoms changing around hormonal shifts? (periods, menopause, hormonal cycles)
Step 5 of 12 Education
Could It Be Something Else?

Other Conditions That Can Mimic IBS

Because IBS symptoms overlap with several other digestive conditions, it is worth being aware of what else may present in a similar way. Only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose any of these conditions.

Food Intolerances

Lactose, fructose or gluten sensitivity can cause bloating, cramping and altered bowel habits similar to IBS.

SIBO

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth — an excess of bacteria in the small intestine — can cause significant bloating and discomfort.

Coeliac Disease

An immune reaction to gluten. Key signs include persistent bloating, fatigue, weight changes and nutrient deficiencies.

IBD

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis cause inflammation in the gut. Unlike IBS, IBD may involve blood in stools, fever or unintended weight loss.

If you experience blood in your stools, unexplained weight loss, fever or symptoms that are worsening significantly, please speak to your GP promptly.
Step 6 of 12 Your History & Lifestyle

Your History & Lifestyle

These questions help build a fuller picture of your digestive health journey.

Question 1 of 6
How long have you been experiencing your digestive symptoms?
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Have you previously spoken to a doctor about your digestive symptoms?
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Do your symptoms significantly affect your daily life or activities?
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Is there a family history of digestive conditions such as IBS, IBD, coeliac disease or bowel cancer?
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How would you describe your overall diet?
Question 6 of 6
How much water do you typically drink each day?
Step 7 of 12 Symptom Profile
Your Personal Profile

Your Symptom Severity Profile

Based on your answers, here is a breakdown of your symptom patterns across four key areas.

Step 8 of 12 Your Results
What Your Answers Suggest

What Your Answers May Be Telling You

Based on your responses, here is an educational overview of the patterns that emerged. Please remember this is for personal awareness only and is not a medical diagnosis.

Step 9 of 12 Action Plan
Personalised For You

Your Personal Action Plan

Based on your answers, here are practical and encouraging steps to help support your digestive wellbeing.

Step 10 of 12 Your Report
Personal Wellness Summary

Your Personal Digestive Wellness Report

Your full report is ready to save. Download it to your device as a file — open it in any browser to read it, print it or share it with your healthcare provider.

Your report will download as a file to your device. Open it in any browser to read, print or share it.

Final Step Resources
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"Thank you for completing this assessment. Your digestive health matters and understanding your own patterns is a powerful first step. Be patient with yourself, listen to your body and remember that small consistent changes can make a meaningful difference over time."
This assessment is for educational and personal awareness purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you are concerned about any symptoms, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. Always seek medical advice promptly if you experience any alarming symptoms such as blood in stools, unexplained weight loss or persistent severe pain.