The Know Daily - Monday 2 June 2025

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Scotland’s seabirds are getting a boost thanks to a £1.6m fund from offshore wind developers 🐦 The Seabird Resilience Fund will support projects tackling invasive species and habitat loss, helping puffins, kittiwakes, and guillemots bounce back. It’s a win for wildlife and a model for how clean energy and conservation can work hand-in-hand.

💚 Let’s talk about gut health

Bloating, discomfort, not feeling quite yourself – many of us experience these things, but rarely talk about them. It was World Digestive Health Day last week and it got us thinking about the importance of awareness. So, we’re opening the conversation on something that’s often brushed aside but deserves attention: your gut. We chatted to the experts at FoodMarble to understand why now is the time to start listening.

Let’s unpack it
Digestive changes are incredibly common in adulthood, especially for women. Whether it’s linked to hormones, stress, or just the natural shifts that come with growing older, your gut might start sending signals that are easy to miss or ignore. Research shows your microbiome – the trillions of bacteria, fungi and microbes that live in your digestive system – naturally begins to shift in your twenties and thirties. These changes can affect how you digest food, absorb nutrients, and even how you feel emotionally.  

But because we don’t grow up hearing much about digestive health unless there is something distinctly “wrong”, it can feel hard to take these shifts seriously. We just need to remind ourselves that tuning into your body doesn’t mean there’s a “problem”, it just means you’re paying attention.

Why is my gut important?
Your gut does more than just process food. It plays a role in your energy, immune system, mental health, and even your sleep. So when something feels a little “off”, it can ripple into other areas of life – and that deserves kindness, not dismissal. It’s not about fixing but noticing. The key here isn’t about overhauling your habits or following rigid routines, it’s about small, supportive ways to understand your body better. 

One way to explore is through an at-home breath tester. FoodMarble is designed to help you understand how your gut is working over time – in your real, everyday life. It’s completely non-invasive and gives you insights without pressure. No restrictions, just awareness. It’s not about cutting foods out, but about learning how your body responds to them, so you can make choices that actually support your health.

But what if I’m not sure what I’m looking for?
That’s exactly why tools like this are so brilliant, you don’t need to have everything figured out. FoodMarble helps you discover which foods suit your body and how to enjoy them in a way that’s best for you. It’s about getting to know your gut better, so you can feel more confident.

Here are a few gentle ways to start:
🌿 Check in with how you feel after eating, sleeping, or during busy periods
💨 Explore a breath-based gut tracker to learn more about your digestive rhythms
🫶 Share your experience with friends – it’s more common than you think

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💰 Money Monday: Feeling the pinch at the supermarket? You’re not alone – food prices remain stubbornly high, but there’s a growing grassroots solution: food co-ops.

• Unlike traditional shops, food co-ops are member-run collectives that buy in bulk and cut out the middleman. That means lower prices on everyday staples, with some members saving up to 40% on their weekly shop. Plus, you're supporting local farmers and reducing food waste – win-win. Curious? Check out Cooperation Town’s resources.

🇬🇧 Defence review: The UK government has announced a major increase in defence spending worth tens of billions to support national security.

👩‍🔬 Drug development: Scientists say a new “transformational” drug trial has shown early promise in stopping certain breast cancer tumours before they grow.

🌱 Energy evolution: The European Union has recorded its lowest energy consumption since 1990, due to a boost in efficiency measures and renewable energy sources.

🍷 Western wine: A small vineyard in Devon has made history by winning double trophies at the International Wine Challenge.

🧠 Healing headaches: A new hack for treating migraines has gone viral. It’s called the “McMigraine Meal” – any guesses what it could be?

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