Quality of Life Through our conversations with customers at markets and events, we know that many of you are currently suffering with the symptoms of Fibromyalgia and that managing the symptoms can be a daily challenge.  However more and more of you are finding that CBD improves your quality of life by helping with those symptoms of pain, sleep disturbances, and anxiety. What Is CBD and How Does It Work? CBD is one of over 100 cannabinoids found in the hemp plant. Unlike the cannabinoid THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), CBD is not psychoactive, meaning it won’t make you ..read more

Natural Relief for Menopause Symptoms As you may know ?, the Menopause often brings hot flushes, mood swings, sleep disturbances and joint pain, all of which can significantly impact daily life.  So it's not surprising that I get asked frequently, if CBD can help alleviate any of these symptoms.  With many of our customers successfully using CBD to help  So I've gathered together some of the ways in which  CBD can support women during menopause, the benefits, and the best ways to incorporate it into your wellness routine. How CBD Can Help  ..read more

With lots of markets under our belt, I have to say it’s been really encouraging to meet customers face-to-face and hear your stories about how CBD has helped or is helping you, your family and friends.  It’s also nice to be able to clear up any confusion around this amazing natural supplement. Common Misunderstandings The laws & rules around CBD are restrictive. We’re not permitted to make medical claims about the efficacy of CBD for any particular condition, but you only need to speak friends or research online to discover the anecdotal evidence surrounding its potential. I ..read more

The hemp plant, known scientifically as Cannabis sativa L., is a versatile and ancient crop with a myriad of uses that extend far beyond its well-known application in CBD products. From sustainability to nutrition, hemp's benefits are many.  Here, I've mentioned some of the most notable uses of the hemp plant. 1. Nutritional Powerhouse Hemp seeds are highly nutritious, packed with essential fatty acids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. They're often consumed in their whole form, as well as in oils, powders, and milk. Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, hemp seeds support heart ..read more

I thought I'd share a handful of facts about your CBD and hemp - the plant it comes from.  As you will no doubt know, both hemp and marijuana are strains of Cannabis. Hemp is the strain of Cannabis that's used to make your CBD products. Back in the 1900s, the many other uses of hemp threatened the development of the oil, paper, pharmaceutical and pesticide industries.  So the big names of those industries worked together to successfully blacken the reputation of hemp. Today it's often regarded only as a psycho-active, addictive drug. What is hemp used fo ..read more

What Does CBD Oil Taste Like? When visitors to our stand at markets say that they've tasted CBD oil in the past and it was disgusting?, I can almost guarantee that their experience was with RAW CBD oil, which is a very dark colour. However, raw is not your only option. There's a more popular REFINED oil option which is readily available both online and on the high street. The taste of CBD oil is often described as earthy or grass-like. This taste comes from the natural compounds found in hemp plants, including terpenes, flavonoids, and cannabinoids, which contribute to the overall flavor ..read more

These days, CBD is readily available in the UK. Most people use it in the safe knowledge that it is is not addictive, not psychoactive and legal - as long as it adheres to strict industry rules & regulations regarding content and medical claims.⠀However, if you're new to CBD and considering taking it to address a particular concern, choosing the right product can be a minefield.  You’ll often see products which promote 'contains Hemp', 'made from Hemp Seed Oil'  or they'll show a cannabis leaf or include 'cannabis sativa seed oil' in the name or description. Cannabis sativa is t ..read more

With lots of markets under our belt, I have to say it’s been really encouraging to meet customers face-to-face and hear your stories about how CBD has helped or is helping you, your family and friends.  It’s also nice to be able to clear up any confusion around this amazing natural supplement. The laws & rules around CBD are restrictive. We’re not permitted to make medical claims about the efficacy of CBD for any particular condition, but you only need to speak friends or research online to discover the anecdotal evidence surrounding its potential. It’s so frustrating for us ..read more

Of course we're joking, but our delicious but naughty cake does contain SOME goodness, in the form of Organic Secrets CBD Oil. It's a great alternative way of taking a measured dose of CBD Oil. Now If you live around the Wigan area, you might already know that Vickie is an established baker and decorator of amazing cakes. She is also my daughter and co-director of Organic Secrets. Like me, she wants to spread the word about the significance of CBD in family healthcare for improved physical or mental well-being. So what better way to do it than through CAKE! With the CBD added, it becomes ..read more

 "Will CBD make me high?" There's still a lot of confusion about this, and the answer is a firm "No!" CBD vs. THC CBD (Cannabidiol) does not make you high or have intoxicating effects. Typically, your CBD products will be extracted from hemp, not marijuana, both of which are varieties of cannabis. The cannabis plant contains over 100 different cannabinoids, of which CBD (Cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) are the most commonly occuring. Hemp has more CBD than THC and marijuana has more THC than CBD. To be sold legally in the UK, CBD products must contain less than ..read more