Medications · 43 guides
Food and medication interactions, explained.
Some of the most serious food–drug interactions never get properly explained at the pharmacy counter. Grapefruit with statins, tyramine with MAOIs, vitamin K with warfarin, dairy with certain antibiotics — the leaflet says "ask your doctor", and dinner is left entirely up to you.
These guides cover the food and medication interactions we get asked about most: which foods to avoid, which are safe, what the evidence actually says, and how to build meals around your prescription. Every guide cites NHS, NICE, or peer-reviewed sources — and none of them replace advice from your prescriber or pharmacist.
Medications•7 min readOzempic and Alcohol: What You Need to Know
Taking Ozempic? Learn how alcohol affects blood sugar, why nausea may worsen, and how to drink safely while on semaglutide for diabetes or weight loss.
1 September 2026
Medications•7 min readGLP-1 Small Appetite Meals: Nutrient-Dense Foods That Fit
Taking GLP-1 medications and struggling to eat enough? Learn how to pack essential nutrients into smaller portions with high-protein, vitamin-rich meals.
31 August 2026
Medications•8 min readComing Off Wegovy: How to Keep the Weight Off
Weight regain after stopping Wegovy affects most users. Learn evidence-based strategies to maintain your weight loss, manage appetite rebound, and transition successfully.
30 August 2026
Medications•7 min readOzempic Constipation Relief Foods: What Actually Works
Struggling with Ozempic-related constipation? Learn which fibre-rich foods provide genuine relief, how to balance soluble and insoluble fibre, and when to see your GP.
29 August 2026
Medications•7 min readGLP-1 Muscle Loss: How Protein Prevents Lean Mass Loss
Up to 40% of GLP-1 weight loss can be muscle. Learn optimal protein targets, meal distribution strategies, and practical high-protein foods.
28 August 2026
Medications•7 min readMounjaro Meal Plan: Eating Well on Tirzepatide
A complete weekly Mounjaro meal plan with protein-rich, nutrient-dense recipes sized for reduced appetite on tirzepatide. NHS and private access explained.
27 August 2026
Medications•7 min readWegovy Nausea Foods That Help (and Ones to Avoid)
Struggling with Wegovy nausea? Learn which foods ease symptoms, what to avoid, meal timing tips around injections, and when to contact your GP.
26 August 2026
Medications•8 min readWe Mapped 159 Food-Drug Rules Across 15 UK Medications
FreshPlate analysed 159 food verdicts across 15 common UK medication groups. Alcohol clashes with 14 of 15, grapefruit with 6 — and one "healthy" swap is the most dangerous of all.
26 August 2026
Medications•7 min readOzempic Diet: What to Eat (and Avoid) for Best Results
Evidence-based guide to eating on Ozempic or Wegovy. Learn which foods support weight loss, reduce side effects, and protect muscle mass on semaglutide.
26 August 2026
Medications•7 min readMetformin Alternatives: Diet Changes That Work
Can't tolerate metformin? Evidence-based dietary strategies to manage blood sugar naturally, from fibre-rich foods to meal timing and portion control.
20 August 2026
Medications•7 min readPropranolol Food Timing: When to Take for Best Results
Learn how food affects propranolol absorption and whether to take it with or without meals. Expert guidance on timing your beta-blocker for optimal effectiveness.
19 August 2026
Medications•6 min readMirtazapine Weight Gain Diet: Strategies That Help
Mirtazapine often increases appetite and weight. Discover evidence-based diet strategies, meal planning tips, and nutrient-dense foods to manage weight.
18 August 2026
Medications•7 min readRivaroxaban Food Interactions: Timing & Dosing Guide
Learn why rivaroxaban (Xarelto) 15mg and 20mg must be taken with food, which meals optimise absorption, and how to time doses for best results.
17 August 2026
Medications•6 min readApixaban Vitamin K Foods: What You Need to Know
Unlike warfarin, apixaban (Eliquis) doesn't require vitamin K restrictions. Learn which foods are safe, common diet myths, and how to eat confidently.
16 August 2026
Medications•6 min readLaxatives Electrolyte Depletion: Restoring Balance
Chronic laxative use can deplete vital electrolytes like potassium and magnesium. Learn which foods help restore balance and support digestive health.
30 July 2026
Medications•6 min readGabapentin Weight Gain Diet: Managing Side Effects
Practical dietary strategies to manage weight gain while taking gabapentin for nerve pain. Evidence-based nutrition tips to support your treatment.
29 July 2026
Medications•6 min readSpironolactone Potassium Foods: What to Limit & Why
Taking spironolactone? Learn which potassium-rich foods to limit, how this potassium-sparing diuretic works, and safe meal planning for PCOS and heart failure.
28 July 2026
Medications•7 min readClopidogrel Food Interactions: What to Eat on Plavix
Learn which foods to eat and avoid whilst taking clopidogrel (Plavix). Covers grapefruit, meal timing, and foods that may affect blood-thinning effects.
27 July 2026
Medications•6 min readMetoprolol Food Timing: Best Time to Take for Absorption
Learn how food affects metoprolol absorption, the importance of consistent timing, and what to eat or avoid when taking this common beta-blocker medication.
10 July 2026
Medications•6 min readSertraline Food Interactions: What to Eat and Avoid
Learn which foods and drinks interact with sertraline (Zoloft), when to take your medication, and how alcohol, caffeine, and diet affect serotonin levels.
9 July 2026
Medications•7 min readLansoprazole Nutrient Deficiency: B12 & Calcium Risks
Long-term lansoprazole use can lead to vitamin B12 and calcium deficiency. Learn the signs, testing recommendations, and dietary strategies to stay healthy.
8 July 2026
Medications•7 min readAmitriptyline Weight Gain Diet: Tips to Manage Side Effects
Practical diet strategies to manage amitriptyline-related weight gain. Learn how this medication affects appetite and metabolism, plus evidence-based tips.
7 July 2026
Medications•6 min readOmeprazole Deficiency Risks: What to Eat to Stay Healthy
Long-term omeprazole use can deplete B12, magnesium, and calcium. Learn which foods help prevent omeprazole deficiency and keep your nutrition balanced.
20 June 2026
Medications•6 min readAmlodipine and Food: Complete Interaction Guide
Understand how amlodipine interacts with food, alcohol, and grapefruit. Learn optimal timing, what to avoid, and how to manage side effects through diet.
19 June 2026
Medications•6 min readBisoprolol: Foods to Avoid & Safe Meal Timing
Taking bisoprolol? Discover which foods to avoid, whether grapefruit interacts, if you can take it on an empty stomach, plus alcohol guidance.
18 June 2026
Medications•6 min readRamipril and Food: When to Take It & What to Avoid
Learn when to take ramipril, which foods to watch with this ACE inhibitor, and how to manage potassium intake safely while controlling blood pressure.
17 June 2026
Medications•6 min readCalcium Channel Blockers & Grapefruit: Essential Guide
Why grapefruit interacts with calcium channel blockers, which CCBs are affected, safe citrus alternatives, and how to navigate food interactions safely.
13 June 2026
Medications•6 min readBeta Blockers Food Interactions: What to Eat and Avoid
Learn how beta blockers interact with potassium, alcohol, and caffeine. Essential guidance on timing meals with your medication for better management.
29 May 2026
Medications•7 min readAntibiotics Probiotics: When to Take and Foods Guide
Learn the optimal timing between antibiotics and probiotics, which foods support gut health recovery, and how to minimise side effects during treatment.
28 May 2026
Medications•6 min readStatins and Grapefruit: What You Need to Know
Grapefruit can interact dangerously with certain statins. Learn which cholesterol medications are affected, why it happens, and what safe alternatives exist.
27 May 2026
Medications•8 min readDrug-Food Interactions: 10 Common Medications Affected
Discover how your diet affects common medications. This pharmacist's guide explains drug-food interactions you need to know for safer, more effective treatment.
22 May 2026
Medications•7 min readCarb Counting for Insulin Users: A Beginner's Guide
Learn how to count carbs accurately for insulin dosing. Master portion estimation, understand glycaemic impact, and match your insulin to your meals confidently.
24 April 2026
Medications•7 min readSSRI Food Interactions: What Your Pharmacist Forgot to Tell You
Taking SSRIs? Learn which foods and drinks can interfere with your medication, from grapefruit and alcohol to caffeine and supplements like St John's Wort.
23 April 2026
Medications•6 min readIron Supplement Vitamin C: Maximise Absorption Properly
Learn how pairing iron supplements with vitamin C boosts absorption, and which foods and drinks to avoid for maximum effectiveness.
22 April 2026
Medications•7 min readMethotrexate Folate Foods: What to Eat During Treatment
Learn which folate-rich foods support methotrexate treatment, when to take folic acid supplements, and foods to avoid for better tolerance and fewer side effects.
21 April 2026
Medications•8 min readPrednisone Diet: How to Reduce Weight Gain and Bloating
Learn which foods to eat and avoid on prednisone to manage weight gain, bloating, and blood sugar. Evidence-based nutrition tips for corticosteroid users.
20 April 2026
Medications•7 min readLithium Sodium Diet: Why Your Salt Intake Matters
Learn how sodium affects lithium levels and what to eat for stable medication balance. Practical meal planning tips for consistent sodium intake.
19 April 2026
Medications•7 min readMAOI Tyramine Foods: Complete Diet Guide & Safe Food List
Taking MAOI antidepressants? Learn which tyramine-rich foods to avoid, safe alternatives, and how to prevent hypertensive crisis with this complete guide.
18 April 2026
Medications•7 min readACE Inhibitor Potassium Foods: What's Safe to Eat
Taking ACE inhibitors like lisinopril or ramipril? Learn which potassium-rich foods to limit, what you can eat safely, and why salt substitutes matter.
17 April 2026
Medications•7 min readLevothyroxine Foods to Avoid: What Interferes with Absorption
Discover which foods and drinks interfere with levothyroxine absorption, when to take your thyroid medication, and how to optimise your treatment timing.
17 April 2026
Medications•7 min readMetformin Diet: What to Eat to Reduce Side Effects
Discover the best foods to eat whilst taking metformin. Learn how to manage GI side effects, prevent B12 depletion, and support blood sugar control naturally.
17 April 2026
Medications•7 min readWarfarin Vitamin K Foods: Complete Safety Guide
Taking warfarin? Learn which vitamin K foods require consistency—not avoidance. Complete lists of high, medium, and low vitamin K foods to help you stay safe.
17 April 2026
Medications•6 min readGrapefruit and Statins: What Actually Happens, and What to Eat Instead
Grapefruit can make statins like atorvastatin and simvastatin build up in your blood. Here is the science, the statins it affects, and seven safe swaps.
16 April 2026