Israeli Health Ministry Issues Warning Over Unregulated GATRY Khat-Based Drink
The Israeli Ministry of Health has issued a rare warning against consuming the beverage GATRY, a drink made from khat leaves and fruits. Investigations revealed that the product's origin is unknown and it is produced in violation of Israeli food laws. According to local regulations, khat leaves may only be used in their natural form, making the production and sale of khat-based drinks illegal.
GATRY is sold in various sizes and with different expiration dates, but the health ministry's warning applies to all products bearing this name regardless of packaging or expiry. The ministry urged the public to avoid consuming GATRY and to purchase food products only from recognized and authorized distributors. No information has yet been provided about where the drink has been sold.
This warning highlights concerns over unregulated food products entering the market and the ministry's commitment to enforcing food safety standards.
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