Khat comes from a leafy green plant of the same name. It’s effects are similar to those of a stimulant such as amphetamines but it is much less powerful.
Taking khat will produce a feeling similar to that of speed. You will feel more alert and chatty.
Khat is herbal substance commonly used in Africa but slowly becoming more and more popular here in Europe.
Kaht will make you feel chatty, alert and talkative. You will feel really good and sunny when taking it and if chewed over a long period of time, you may feel a real sense of calm and well being.
It will also suppress your appetite
Khat addiction
Because Khat makes you feel good, you may want to take more and more of it making it psychologically addictive.
Khat laws
Khat is not an illegal drug in the UK.
How Khat is used
Khat is a leaf that is chewed
Contamination risk
Khat is rarely cut with anything as it is such a recognisable leaf.
Side Effects / Health Risks of Khat
Insomnia, high blood pressure, heart problems
Mouth Cancer
Anxiety, aggression
Paranoia, psychosis
Aggravating pre existing mental health issues
Mixing the D’s what to avoid
Mixing drugs will increase the risk of side effects and intensify your high.
Khat overdose
It is unlikely that you will overdose from Khat alone.
Khat withdrawal
Long term users of khat who suddenly stop may feel depressed and lethargic.
Khat drug test
There isn’t an individual drug test available, but you can test for a number of drugs at once.
Khat comes from a leafy green plant of the same name. It’s effects are similar to those of a stimulant such as amphetamines but it is much less powerful.
