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Cannabis Journalist & Health Science Researcher
Luke Sumpter
Luke Sumpter specialises 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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How to Clean a Grow Tent: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn how to clean a grow tent to boost plant health, prevent pests, and improve yields. This guide covers daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance, deep cleaning methods, and the best tools to use. ...
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8 of the Most Influential Women in the Cannabis Industry
While women in the cannabis industry face challenges like funding disparities and gender bias, they continue to make significant contributions in business, activism, and policy. From legal advocate ...
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Top 5 Best Blue Weed StrainsDespite their name, many members of the blue family are, in fact, green! However, their name comes from their truly legendary common ancestor: Blueberry. Discover the unique traits of this bunch of ge ...
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The Complete Guide on How to Make Hash at Home
What is hash? How is it made? Our detailed walkthrough will answer these questions, and more, to help you better understand this wonderful cannabis product. We’ll also explore numerous hash-making ...
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Watering Your Cannabis: How to Fix Overwatering and Underwatering
Overwatering and underwatering can stunt cannabis growth and lead to various plant issues. This guide covers the signs of both, how to fix them, and tips for prevention. Discover how to recognise s ...
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How To Make Cannabis Tea
Most think you can only enjoy cannabis if you smoke, vape, or eat it, but cannatea is a delicious alternative to these conventional methods. In this article, we look at what marijuana tea is, consi ...
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The Benefits of Biointensive Growing for Your Cannabis Garden
Biointensive growing enables cannabis cultivators to maximise yields in any given space while using eco-friendly methods. These techniques work with nature, instead of against it, to produce flawle ...
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Phytoremediation: Can Cannabis Clean Our Contaminated Soils?
Soil is crucial to life. It contains everything required to grow healthy food, which we need to build healthy bodies. However, we've abused agricultural soils, and now countless acres are contamina ...
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A Guide to Fresh Frozen Weed
We get it; putting your fresh cannabis buds in the freezer sounds risky at worst and odd at best. However, some of the best cannabis growers in the world place their flowers in sub-zero temperature ...
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Why Are My Cannabis Leaves Curling? Common Causes and Remedies
There are numerous reasons why you might find curly cannabis leaves in your grow-op. This guide will explain why this phenomenon occurs, and what you can do to prevent it from ruining your final pr ...
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