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Based on the available information, there are no specific plant-based foods that have been identified as problematic when taking Lipitor (atorvastatin), a medication used to treat high cholesterol levels. However, it's important to maintain a balanced diet and consult with a healthcare provider or a pharmacist for personalized advice.

Lipitor works by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the production of cholesterol in the body. While there are no known interactions between Lipitor and specific plant-based foods, certain foods or supplements rich in statins (the same class of drug as Lipitor) may potentially enhance the drug's effects, leading to increased risk of side effects such as muscle damage or liver issues.

These foods include:

1. Red yeast rice, a dietary supplement that contains monacolin K, a naturally occurring statin.
2. Lovastatin-rich foods, such as oyster mushrooms and certain types of red yeast rice.

It's important to note that consuming these foods or supplements in moderate amounts is generally considered safe. However, combining them with Lipitor could lead to additive effects, potentially increasing the risk of side effects.

Sources:

1. [Lipitor (atorvastatin calcium) tablets, for oral use. Full Prescribing Information. Pfizer Labs. Darfield, New Zealand. January 2018.](https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/020990s053lbl.pdf)
2. [DrugPatentWatch.com. Atorvastatin.](https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/atorvastatin)
3. [National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Red Yeast Rice. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH. August 2018.](https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/red-yeast-rice)
4. [Mayo Clinic. Lovastatin (Oral Route). Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. January 2021.](https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/lovastatin-oral-route/description/drg-20064533)