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We investigated the effects of Ulva in hypercholesterolemic hamsters, before and after processing. Three groups of 12 hamsters were fed a high cholesterol diet for 12 wk (Control) or a high cholesterol diet where cellulose has been replaced for an equivalent fibre weight from Ulva or processed Ulva. Plasma cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol and specially triglycerides were reduced by Ulva. Liver glutathione...