KHATKHATBy: Jacob B-G

AndMatthew Leal

History of Khat

Originated in EthiopiaIntroduced to the Yemen in the 15th century by EthiopiaAncient Egyptians called it “divine food” because they thought the effects were god-likeChewing it is a Yemen custom

Classification and Nicknames

It is a stimulantIllegal in the United StatesAbyssinian tea African saladBushman's teaJemaine Pennant MiraaSomali teaTohaiTschat

How Khat Affects the Body

Mild euphoria ExcitementTalkativeHyperactivityDilated pupils

Possible Dangers

Long TermIncreases in severity of psychological problemsSleeplessnessWeaknessConstipationMouth inflammationOral cancerPermanent tooth darkening

Short TermIncreased heart rateIncreased Breathing rateIncreased Body temperatureIncreased blood pressureIncreased AlertnessIncreased ExcitementIncreased EnergyDecreased appetite

Treatment

Bromocriptine is used to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms within a dayIt is also a prescribed drug so you cannot get it over the counter

Resources

wikipedia.org/wiki/Khatgoogle.com/images