2. History of Khat
Originated in Ethiopia
Introduced to the Yemen in the 15th
century by Ethiopia
Ancient Egyptians called it “divine food”
because they thought the effects were
god-like
Chewing it is a Yemen custom

3. Classification and Nicknames
It is a stimulant
Illegal in the United States
Abyssinian tea
African salad
Bushman's tea
Jemaine Pennant
Miraa
Somali tea
Tohai
Tschat

4. How Khat Affects the Body
Mild euphoria
Excitement
Talkative
Hyperactivity
Dilated pupils

5. Possible Dangers
Long Term
Increases in severity
of psychological
problems
Sleeplessness
Weakness
Constipation
Mouth inflammation
Oral cancer
Permanent tooth
darkening
Short Term
Increased heart rate
Increased Breathing
rate
Increased Body
temperature
Increased blood
pressure
Increased Alertness
Increased
Excitement

6. Treatment
Bromocriptine is used to reduce
cravings and withdrawal symptoms
within a day
It is also a prescribed drug so you
cannot get it over the counter

7. Resources
wikipedia.org/wiki/Khat
google.com/images