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WEIGHT LOSS QUIZ

DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU LOST A FRIEND IN YOUR BATTLE TO LOSE WEIGHT - YOUR FRIENDSHIP WITH YOURSELF? Joyful Belly offers something better than a battle between your will and your weight, a more natural approach, addressing your unique health & wellness concerns. Ayurveda recognizes there are many factors, including digestion, and personal psychology affecting your relationship to food.

This free quiz is the first step to healing your relationship to food. Once you have completed this test, you will be able to determine your body type and receive an Ayurvedic diet uniquely tailored to you.


Page 1: Check the boxes for symptoms you experience on a regular basis, or that were significant in the past.

Which boxes best describe your 'Weight'?

Trying to lose weight
Trying to lose weight
Trying to lose or control your weight is exhausting and often empty process. Let your body decide what weight to be and focus instead on establishing balance in your body and your life. When you desire or try to be a weight that is unhealthy for...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Trying to lose weight' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Trying to lose weight'

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Feel overweight
Feel overweight
In Ayurveda, excess weight is considered a symptom of something deeper. You might feel physically heavy, puffy, or sluggish; perhaps there is a feeling of discomfort in overly tight clothing or a shame about the number on the scale that makes you...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Feel overweight' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Feel overweight'

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Gain weight easily
Gain weight easily
Gaining weight in the past was extremely adaptive when there were frequent shortages of food or famine. Famine is still a reality in developing countries. Those able to easily store and retain fat were the most likely to survive. In affluent...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Gain weight easily' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Gain weight easily'

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Recent weight change
Recent weight change
Any recent or sudden weight change is important sign from the body that demands attention. It is important to know the cause of any recent weight changes. Rapid weight gain may be caused by low metabolism and hypothyroid. Getting your thyroid...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Recent weight change' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Recent weight change'

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Feel underweight
Feel underweight
Vata aggravating
A low body weight may cause an unsettling sense of lightness, ungroundedness, or weakness. It is important to determine the cause of weight loss. Unexplained weight loss can be serious - please see a doctor if you have chronic weight loss issues....

I’m still a little confused about what 'Feel underweight' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Feel underweight'

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Lose weight easily
Lose weight easily
Vata aggravating
Many people unconsciously lose weight because they follow advertising that promotes a certain type of food deemed healthy and good for us. Yet the target market for these ads are people who are overweight so it is important to listen to your body...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Lose weight easily' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Lose weight easily'

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Which boxes best describe your 'Body Image'?

Body Checking
Weigh myself daily
Weigh myself daily
Daily weighing reduces you to a number. When you spend time focusing on external numbers on the scale or BMI chart, you lose the chance to engage with your body and learn from your physical sensations. Instead, the number becomes more important than...

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Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image
Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image
Body dysmorphia is when you believe you are less attractive looking than you actually are. A classic example is an anorexic who believes they are overweight. More subtle examples include preoccupation with some trivial defect, such as acne.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image'

Learn more about 'Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image'.

Dissatisfied with appearance / shape
Ashamed of weight
Ashamed of weight
The first step in alleviating body shame is to develop a gentler and more loving relationship with your body. Your body is an important part of your identity in life and should be treated with the care and respect that you would show a spouse or...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Ashamed of weight' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Ashamed of weight'

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Avoid social events due to appearance
Self-loathing
Self-loathing
You are your own gift in the world, which is hard to see when consumed by self-loathing. Feelings of self-disgust and loathing can blind you from your own unique gifts and keep you from declaring your authentic identity. It is easy to blame the size...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Self-loathing' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Self-loathing'

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Preoccupied with size, shape or weight
Panic about size, shape or weight
Panic about size, shape or weight
Weight often becomes the object of our attention when we are feeling anxiety, uncertainty about the future, or hopelessness. Self-inquiry is thus a useful strategy in addressing panic about size and weight. When did you first notice yourself...

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Feel judged for my weight
Feel judged for my weight
Many people with heartier constitutions or excess weight may feel silenced or ashamed because of their weight as a result of cultural or family pressure. You might feel afraid or embarrassed to eat in public, believing that a heavier person is not...

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Difficulty finding clothes that fit
Difficulty finding clothes that fit
Keeping clothes that no longer fit you or are too small is often a form of insidious self-punishment. Too small or too tight clothes serve as reminders of your past and current weight and can inspire feelings of shame and guilt, which are prime...

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Which boxes best describe your 'Overeating Habits'?

Strong hunger
Strong hunger
Pitta aggravating
Both physical and emotional imbalances can masquerade as feelings of strong hunger, so there is no easy answer in Ayurveda. The most common causes for an excess appetite include a thick kapha blood, fiery pitta-type metabolism, malabsorption, and...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Strong hunger' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Strong hunger'

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Large portions
Large portions
Kapha aggravating
You've probably heard the infamous phrase "your eyes are bigger than your stomach" and for those who struggle with large portions, this often rings true. There are diverse reasons for indulging in large portions, such as emotional eating, an attempt...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Large portions' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Large portions'

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Strong food cravings
Strong food cravings
Your body craves particular foods when in need, whether to fulfill nutritional needs, or to relieve physical or emotional discomfort. Interpreting your cravings and the meaning they communicate about your physical or emotional state, instead of...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Strong food cravings' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Strong food cravings'

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Eats quickly
Eats quickly
Vata aggravating
If you lead a hectic lifestyle and find yourself always running from place to place, it can be hard to switch gears and slow yourself down. The first step might be in planning, long before the meal. Have you carved out enough time in your schedule...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Eats quickly' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Eats quickly'

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Emotional eating
Emotional eating
The kinds of food you crave can give you clues as to what's going on internally When you eat, are you truly hungry for food? While the main function of eating is to provide fuel and sustenance for survival, eating is also an inherently emotional...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Emotional eating' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Emotional eating'

Learn more about 'Emotional eating'.

Overeat because of spouse / kids
Stress overeater
Stress overeater
When an infant cries, one of your first impulses might be to soothe it with food or a warm bottle. Food is calming. Eating causes your blood sugar to rise, bringing you back to a state of balmy ease. Eating helps brings you down to earth, abating...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Stress overeater' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Stress overeater'

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Eat when lonely / depressed
Eat when lonely / depressed
Part of what makes loneliness unbearable is the aspect of mystery in it. When you are alone, you may not know how and where you can find human connection, and feel your self-esteem quickly wither before the enigma. When you feel like you are unloved...

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Overeat more than 2x/week
Overeat more than 2x/week
Feasting and overeating are not new phenomena. For thousands of years, celebratory feasts have been commonplace in cultures around the world as a way of bonding, enjoying the fruits of the harvest, and as symbols of generosity & wealth. Your body is...

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Preoccupied with food
Preoccupied with food
Food is your body's fuel; you need to eat food in order to survive and live fully. Yet, if you are spending your day thinking or obsessing about food, or constantly making sure you have prepared enough to eat, you may find yourself unable to engage...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Preoccupied with food' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Preoccupied with food'

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Uncontrollable compulsion to eat
Uncontrollable compulsion to eat
You might be tempted to believe that self-control is the only answer to a compulsive relationship with food. However, most compulsions have a story to tell. Listening to them is usually a more effective means to unravel their power and help you...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Uncontrollable compulsion to eat' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Uncontrollable compulsion to eat'

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Binging more than 1x monthly
Binging more than 1x monthly
Bingeing is a common and serious symptom of bulimia and binge eating disorder. A binge involves a short period during which the binger consumes abnormally large amounts of food and feels a complete loss of control. This can be followed by a period...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Binging more than 1x monthly' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Binging more than 1x monthly'

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Can't stop eating once I start
Can't stop eating once I start
Food Restrictions Lead to Overeating Deprivation often leads to a lack of control around food. If you feel like you cannot stop eating once you start, observe your daily habits. Are you eating regularly throughout the day? Often times if you think...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Can't stop eating once I start' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Can't stop eating once I start'

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Eating without realizing it
Eating without realizing it
Eating happens. Food calms you down when you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or hazed, which can create an almost instinctive impulse to reach for a snack, even when you're calm, when life and your diet are going swimmingly well for you. Two...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Eating without realizing it' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Eating without realizing it'

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Indiscriminate eating
Indiscriminate eating
Eating indiscriminately feels like living in a cloud; you may be unable to think clearly or find some perspective on your appetite, making it nearly impossibly to avoid the temptation to eat haphazardly. Often indiscriminate eating is marked by a...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Indiscriminate eating' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Indiscriminate eating'

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Trauma-induced overeating
Trauma-induced overeating
Trauma involves loss of control. During a traumatic event such as a car accident, a natural disaster, or any physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, you often feel powerless, frozen, and terrified because your personal safety and sense of control has...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Trauma-induced overeating' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Trauma-induced overeating'

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Uneasy when food unavailable
Uneasy when food unavailable
Food creates an illusion of security. An abundance of food can represent opulence, wealth, and well-being, while a scarcity of food can mean poverty, instability, and unsatisfied hunger. A history of yo-yo dieting, eating nutrient deficient foods,...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Uneasy when food unavailable' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Uneasy when food unavailable'

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Search for perfect bite
Distress when sweets unavailable
Distress when sweets unavailable
Sweets have a calming, sedating effect on the body and mind; they can serve to bring you comfort and ease when you're feeling stressed or ungrounded. Yet, if you are becoming distressed when sweet foods are unavailable, this is an indication of...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Distress when sweets unavailable' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Distress when sweets unavailable'

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Rebel against food limitations
Rebel against food limitations
The fire in the human spirit does not like to be repressed or told what to do. When you have limitations placed on the amount of food or the types of food you are "allowed" to eat by yourself, your parents, your friends, or even society, it is often...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Rebel against food limitations' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Rebel against food limitations'

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Feel like a failure after overeating
Feel like a failure after overeating
Slipping up does not make you a failure; when you start to change a habit around food, especially if its one you've had for many years, you are bound to go back to the old line of behavior every now and then. Instead of feeling like a failure,...

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Eat when abdomen painful
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