. According to researchers, even small amounts of weight loss can have positive impacts on overall wellbeing and decrease risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses. The reduction in these risk factors may improve the quality of life for many who would otherwise suffer from preventable illnesses. Weight loss is notoriously difficult to achieve and maintain for overweight or obese individuals. A study in BMC Obesity found that the South African population has been increasingly affected by obesity, generally as a result of changes in lifestyle trends and habits. Poor nutrition and a lack of exercise are historically cited as the primary causes of obesity. For this reason, CSN and Karien CSN, an independent agent of the brand, say they are dedicated to helping individuals make lifestyle changes in order to achieve a higher quality of life through weight loss. The CSN diet offers several different products, designed to best suit a variety of lifestyles and circumstances. Subjects in the study’s intervention group used the CSN vegetable soup mix, though the company offers tablets, capsules, and drinks. Karien CSN offers individuals an introduction to the CSN diet, as well as guides on making lifestyle changes in other areas. The combination of the CSN diet and regular exercise, the company says, is key to drastically reducing weight and achieving a better quality of life.