The government is actively engaged in facilitating Cariocas' strong relationship with their surroundings, and in ensuring that cultural heritage is preserved - both educational campaigns and modern infrastructure are part of the efforts directed at improving and fostering a healthy lifestyle.

In recent years, public institutions have implemented a creative variety of programs to increase awareness, motivation to promote healthy and positive lifestyle choices.

As lifestyle is the result of many concurring factors, including healthy food consumption, the national government released a set of dietary guidelines, offering sage advice on what to eat, the best way to prepare dishes, and how to best enjoy it.