This study describes the experience of the development of a family educational program to develop healthier eating habits. The program can enable the population to evaluate its quality of life. It can be justified if we consider obesity as a risk factor for the aging population in Brazil and the unpreparedness of the health system and society regarding this subject. The present work, which lasted two months, was carried out in a micro-area of the municipal district of Ribeirão Preto with groups of around 13 people. Most of the participants were women who cooperated with the making of healthier menus. ln order to give continuity to the process, maintenance groups were created. This program can contribute to selfcare and self-commitment, giving support to healthier life styles.
promoting health; health control; life style