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A high-fat diet causes an increase in energy intake, fat mass, and liver adiposity in rats.
High-fat diets may lead to increased fat accumulation and energy intake in animal models.
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a high-fat diet causes an increase in energy intake, fat mass and liver adiposity in rats.
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The claim is based on animal studies.
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High‐fat Diets: Details Matter
Stephan J. Guyenet · Obesity · 2009
DOI 10.1038/oby.2009.48
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