Slang:
Quat, qat, qaadka, chat, and Catha edulis
Background:
This leafy green shrub contains natural stimulant properties. It has
been chewed for many centuries in parts of East Africa and the
Middle East, but use has begun to spread into Europe. In the UK,
khat is occasionally imported in twig-like bunches for sale in some
greengrocers and specialist health food shops. The leaves have a
withered appearance and lose much of their potency just a few days
after being picked.
The Effects
- Increased
alertness, confidence and concentration.
- Takes
the edge off appetite.
The Risks
- Regular
use has been linked to increased anxiety and insomnia.
- There
is some argument as to whether khat use can leave people feeling
irritable and prone to aggression.
- Psychological
dependency can kick in used on a regular basis.
- Long
term use is associated with increased incidence of oral cancer.
The Law
In the UK, the khat plant is not classified as a controlled
substance under the Misuse of Drugs Act, so no penalties apply
for use or trade.
If you are planning to take this drug
- Tends
to discolour teeth. Saliva is stimulated by chewing khat, which
means users feel the need to spit a lot during use.
- Avoid
mixing with other drugs during or after a khat chewing session,
as the combined effects can be unpredictable and even dangerous.
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