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Understanding Khat's Complex Chemistry: Is Khat Acidic or Alkaline?

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A study on regular khat chewers found a lower baseline salivary pH compared to non-chewers, indicating a complex chemical profile that isn't simply acidic or alkaline. The answer to the question, 'Is khat acidic or alkaline?' is more nuanced than a single label, as the plant contains a mixture of compounds with opposing chemical properties.