Guest guest Posted July 30, 2004 Report Share Posted July 30, 2004 Evidently, a chemical from the khat plant (Catha edulis), cathine, may enhance the development of sperm and be used as a fertility aid in the future. Khat is a plant chewed for its stimulating effect in the Middle East and East Africa. Khat contains cathinone, which is a largely unknown yet scheduled drug in America. Americans of Middle-Eastern descent currently face a high risk of prosecution if caught using this plant, the use of which was widely tolerated before Sept 11th. Americans of African descent have long become accustomed to racially skewed law enforcement techniques, and it is unlikely that the 'war on terrorism' is having as great an impact on their khat chewing practices. But the white folks in the lab still have access and think that this metabolite of cathinone may prove to be a marketable and useful drug. it seems the white fundamentalists have one more trick to boost their population, while simultaneously ensuring that the darker skinned folks remain marginalized. ironic, but I'm sure George thinks it must be justified if " we are to win the war on terror and bring freedom to the world. " sources: Ryan C. " Khat plant 'boosts sperm power'. " BBCOnline. Jun 28, 2004. http://newswww.bbc.net.uk/1/hi/health/3845635.stm King's College Press Release. " News highlights : Khat key to increased fertility. " Jun 28, 2004. http://www.kcl.ac.uk/phpnews/wmprint.php?ArtID=643 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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