Khat (Catha edulis) is a shrub or tree whose leaves have been chewed for centuries by
people who live in the Eastern part of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. It has recently …

The leaves of khat (Catha edulis Forsk.) are chewed as a social habit for the central
stimulant action of their cathinone content. This review summarizes the prevalence of the …

Catha edulis (khat) is a plant grown commonly in the horn of Africa. The leaves of khat are
chewed by the people for its stimulant action. Its young buds and tender leaves are chewed …

OBJECTIVE To evaluate the prevalence and significance of khat chewing in patients with
acute coronary syndrome (ACS). PATIENTS AND METHODS From January 29, 2007 …

Background—The khat plant is a stimulant similar to amphetamine and is thought to induce
coronary artery spasm. Khat is widely chewed by individuals originating from the Horn of …

During the past 20 years or so, more has become known about the properties of khat, its
pharmacology, physiological and psychological effects on humans. However, at the same …

In preparing a decision about the legal status of khat in the Netherlands, the Dutch Minister
of Health requested CAM (Coordination point Assessment and Monitoring new drugs) to …

Covering: up to the end of 2011 The last five years have seen a dramatic increase in the
global popularity of 'Legal Highs', often referred to as Novel Psychoactive Substances …

Natural product novel psychoactive substances ('legal highs') are psychoactive plants or
fungi that can be easily acquired from the Internet or retail outlets known as head shops …

Background Stroke is a neurological emergency affecting both developed and developing
countries. In Djibouti, stroke is the fourth leading cause of death. Our objective was to …