Table 1 Thematic content of the workshops and home visits addressed in the education activities with hypertensive women in the city of Porto Firme - MG (2009).

1 - Hypertension: concept, risk factors and dietary measures of treatment.

1 - Identification of excessive use of oil, salt and sugar and orientation about its correct use.

2 - Consumption of fat/oil, sugar and salt adding: recommendation and dangers of overconsumption.

2 - Identification of foodstuffs purchased at home and implementation of guidelines in accordance with the usual diet of the family.

3 - Consumption of fruits and vegetables: significance and recommendations.

3 - Strengthening guidance, answering questions and carrying out necessary adjustments according to the specific needs of each family.

4 - Brazilian Food Pyramid - fundamental concepts: proportionality, moderation and variety

4 - Strengthening guidance, answering questions and carrying out necessary adjustments according to the specific needs of each family.

5 - Physical activity: benefits and importance for weight reduction/maintenance.

5- Identification main changes in the feeding pattern of the participant and her family the achievements and setting goals to overcome.