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How does lipitor affect plant milk digestion?

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Lipitor, a medication commonly used to treat high cholesterol, is not known to directly affect plant milk digestion. Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, is a type of statin that works by blocking a substance your body needs to make cholesterol [1].

Plant milks, on the other hand, are plant-based alternatives to dairy milk, derived from sources such as almonds, soy, oats, or coconuts. The digestion of plant milks is primarily influenced by the specific plant-based ingredient used, rather than by external factors such as medications [2].

It is important to note that certain medications, including Lipitor, can affect gut flora and digestion indirectly [3]. However, these effects are not specific to plant milks and would generally apply to all food and drink consumed.

In conclusion, while Lipitor can have indirect effects on digestion, it does not specifically or directly affect the digestion of plant milks.

Sources:
[1] Mayo Clinic. (2021). Lipitor (Atorvastatin). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/lipitor-oral-route/description/drg-20064556
[2] Healthline. (2018). A Guide to Plant-Based Milks. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/plant-based-milks
[3] Harvard Health Publishing. (2020). Statins and muscle pain: What really happens. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/statins-and-muscle-pain-what-really-happens

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