Health Ministry warns: GATRY drink based on khat leaves is dangerous

Israel's Health Ministry warned of the danger of the GATRY drink, made from khat leaves and fruit, produced in violation of the law. An inspection showed the product is sold in all container sizes and expiration dates, and the manufacturer is unknown. The ministry recommends buying products only from licensed sellers.

Israel's Ministry of Health warned the public about the dangers of consuming the GATRY drink, which is based on khat leaves and fruit. The ministry's inspection revealed that the product is manufactured in violation of the law, as under Israeli food legislation, khat leaves are permitted for traditional use only in their natural form. The drink is sold in containers of all sizes and with all expiration dates, and the manufacturer or importer is unknown. The ministry recommends purchasing food products only from known sources and licensed sellers. The warning was published on the Vesty website.