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Cannabis Journalist & Health Science Researcher
Luke Sumpter
Luke Sumpter specializes in endocannabinoid system science, cannabis phytochemicals, and organic cultivation.
“As something that makes us who we are, we should all seek to learn more about the endocannabinoid system”
With a degree in Clinical Health Sciences and a passion for growing plants, Luke has worked as a professional writer at the intersection of these fields for the past 7 years. Having completed his dissertation on the emerging role of the endocannabinoid system in musculoskeletal medicine, he has a growing interest in the interactions between cannabinoids found in the plant kingdom and this universal regulator.
Luke has also spent several years researching and writing about organic cultivation methods, with a particular focus on soil biology and how caring for the interconnected web of microbes in the soil leads to superior yields and healthier plants. His background in covering health and physiology content allowed him to get to grips with scientific literature and convey complex concepts in simple terms for wider audiences.
Overall, Luke’s areas of expertise are:
- Endocannabinoid system science
- Cannabinoids, terpenes, and phytochemicals
- Organic cultivation
Luke’s latest posts
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Top 5 Indoor Strains of 2024
There’s a chill in the air and the days are becoming shorter. As autumn approaches and your outdoor plants start to near harvest, it’s time to think about switching over to indoor cultivation durin ...
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Is Drone Surveillance a Problem for Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation?
Growing cannabis comes with many challenges, especially when cultivating the herb in areas still under the weight of prohibition. Here, detection by police air surveillance looms as a constant thre ...
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Linalool: Get to Know This Fragrant Cannabis Terpene
Terpenes add dimension, depth, and diversity to the cannabis experience. Among the upwards of 200 terpenes that weed flowers produce, linalool stands out as particularly fragrant. But its citrusy s ...
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Top 7 Best Fruity Strain
An introduction into what causes cannabis to taste or smell a certain way with a more in-depth look at how some cannabis strains taste and smell like fruit and a top list of 7 fruit-flavored cannab ...
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Guaiol: A Lesser-Known Marijuana Terpene
Many cannabis users are familiar with terpenes such as myrcene and limonene. But there are over 100 other, lesser-known terpenes produced by weed flowers. Among them, guaiol has attracted the atten ...
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10 Unique Cannabis Edibles and Recipes
Sushi. Popcorn. Hot sauce. Crisps. Here we introduce you to a whole new world of creative cannabis edibles! Continue reading to discover 10 of the most unique weed-infused foods to take your cannab ...
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Royal Dwarf Strain Review
Royal Dwarf ticks all the boxes for many weed growers. This autoflowering hybrid maintains a compact size throughout the entire growing cycle, making her perfect for stealthy cultivators. On top of ...
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Royal Kush Auto Strain Review
As a direct descendant of OG Kush, Royal Kush Auto boasts many impressive traits, including a functional high, rapid growing times, and delicious terpenes. You'll wait just 11–12 weeks between sowi ...
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Learn How to Grow Corkscrew AutoAre you thinking of raising some Corkscrew Automatic plants in your grow room or garden? Well then, why not check out my Corkscrew Automatic week-by-week growing journal below? You’ll find out what I ...
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Mycocannabinoids: Can Mushrooms Target the Endocannabinoid System?
Cannabis plants produce over 100 cannabinoids. Likewise, a variety of common herbs and spices also produce compounds capable of influencing the human endocannabinoid system. But recent research tak ...
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