We know that digestive health doesn’t just affect quality of life — it affects job performance, retention, and total cost of care. Results of a recent peer-reviewed study set to be published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine show measurable impact on productivity and employer / HR spend. This is in addition to other research that Cylinder has presented on claims and health care spend reduction.
What the new research shows about digestive health and absenteeism
The study analyzed absenteeism data for public school employees at Metro Nashville Public Schools and found that:
- Employees aged 50+ who used Cylinder took 17% fewer sick days than those who didn’t.
- That amounts to $672 in annual salary savings per employee.
- Participants also reported an average of up to 42% fewer symptoms, including symptoms such as bloating and constipation.
Even small reductions in absenteeism can generate major savings when applied across a large employee population.
Why digestive health matters for workforce performance
Employer spending on employees with GI disorders can range from $14,000 annually for chronic functional GI conditions to over $62,000 for those with Crohn’s disease.
Cylinder provides evidence-based care for the full spectrum of digestive conditions — from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and celiac disease to acid reflux and constipation. Our approach includes:
- Dedicated support from gastroenterologists, registered dietitians, and health coaches
- Digital symptom tracking and personalized care plans
- Proven results, including up to 5:1 ROI and 30%+ reduction in ER costs
- Helping employers and members feel better, work better
We have helped over 100,000 people get back to feeling like themselves and we’re continuing to show real clinical outcomes. With 13% average employee engagement (more than double industry benchmarks), our platform is built to meet people where they are and deliver results that matter.
