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    Glossary High-Fat Diet

    diet high in fats, often over 35-40% of calories

    A High-Fat Diet (HFD) is a dietary regimen where a significant portion of daily caloric intake comes from fats, often exceeding 35-40% of total calories. This type of diet is commonly used in research to study metabolic disorders, obesity, and their effects on various biological processes, including hair growth and alopecia.

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