Emerald Organics exists to transform the way the community views cannabis products through educating and elevating wellness with mindful practices, exceptional experiences and carefully vetted products.

Owner Candice Stinnett was first introduced to the therapeutic and medicinal benefits of the cannabis plant when she was diagnosed with cancer as a 21-year-old. A friend who was also in treatment asked her if she tried consuming the plant to mitigate pain and nausea. At the time, Stinnett had no idea how to find cannabis, so she didn’t explore it further.

Then in 2018, Stinnett’s aunt was diagnosed with cancer.

“The treatments became pretty debilitating for her. She wasn't getting out of bed, she wasn't eating, but when she started consuming the plant, I witnessed her entire quality of life turn around,” Stinnett said.

Although Stinnett was raised to not use cannabis and that it was a bad substance, she couldn’t deny her aunt’s transformation. Her perspective about the plant changed, and she began researching more by reading books, listening to podcasts and learning about its benefits.

“I was reading and seeing something different than what I’d always been told growing up,” Stinnett said. “That’s the foundation of why I built a store to be education-first.”

Debunking myths about cannabis

To keep education at the forefront of her business and help customers learn about the positive uses for cannabis, Emerald Organics’ walls are lined with visual references of botanical science and culture.

“Elegant, science-forward posters designed in an approachable and beautiful way,” Stinnett said. “These various topics help to clear up any misconceptions and myths surrounding cannabis. It brings a clear and credible resource to patients and connoisseurs.”

While most people associate the word cannabis with marijuana, cannabis actually encompasses both the marijuana and hemp plant. Marijuana contains high levels of THC with low levels of CBD, whereas hemp grows low levels of THC and high levels of CBD. Stinnett said there are over 100 different cannabinoids in each of the plants, but THC and CBD are the most widely known.

Stinnett said Emerald Organics is possible because of the the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018.

“A lot of people think that THC in general is illegal, but as long as it’s hemp-derived and each product contains less than 0.3% THC on a dry weight basis we can legally and confidently share THC products,” Stinnett said.

Natural products, healing benefits

People who come into Emerald Organics are usually looking to find relief from three main factors: insomnia, pain and ease with stress or anxiety.

The shop carries a variety of high-quality products to suit various needs and lifestyles, including: smokeables, edibles and topicals. Emerald Organics also carries pet products because CBD can help dogs suffering from separation anxiety or stressful events like fireworks and long car rides.

Stinnett said cancer changed the way she chooses to experience life now. That's why the products in her shop are made from clean, green and certified resources without any synthetic materials. One of Emerald Organics’ most popular products is their indoor-grown, exotic THCa flower. THCa grows in the raw and live cannabis plant. It is simply the precursor to THC in its acidic form. Once THCa is exposed to intense heat by smoking it, the flower naturally converts to THC, then consumers experience nearly similar effects as smoking recreational flower in legal states.

“Cancer helped me to look at life in a healing way; to feed every cell in my body with positive energy, nutritious foods and good products,” Stinnett said.

Stinnett said the reason cannabinoids, such as CBD and THC, help regulate many of our most critical bodily functions is because all humans have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Our ECS is a part of each humans’ central nervous system that helps keep ourselves in balance.

“Cannabinoids bind to the receptors in our Endocannabinoid System, and that's why it helps with relief for many different things like mood, appetite, chronic pain, and sleep,” Stinnett said.

By creating an elegant, compelling and aesthetically pleasing environment, Stinnett cares deeply about meaningful relationships and hopes people feel comfortable and confident as soon as they enter her store.

Emerald Organics is unique in its attention to detail, feminine aesthetic and dedication to premium products. Learn more about the products offered and visit the website at emeraldorganicscannabis.com. Visit the store location at 5317 Golden Triangle Blvd., Fort Worth.

The above story was produced by Senior Multi Platform Journalist Summer El-Shahawy with Community Impact's Storytelling team with information solely provided by the local business as part of its "sponsored content" purchase through our advertising team.