In general, families have a basic knowledge of nutrition. However, attitudes and skills, and willingness to act in improving family nutrition is low. Health Research Association (Riskesdas) 2007 national prevalence toddler malnutrition in 5.4% and 13.0% less nutrition. National prevalence nutrition more In toddlers 4.3%. Prevalence of Childhood Education Fat (Women) in North Sulawesi (8%) above the national prevalence (6.4%). Obesity prevalence In General Population Age ≥ 15 Years in North

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... esi in Indonesia notch another prevalence (33.2%). The mean energy consumption per capita per day of North Sulawesi is below the national average of 1381.3 kcal (1735.5 kcal). Currently, only about 45.4% of children under five were taken to the IHC for the last 6 months interval weighed as early detection of growth disorders. Health services that include preventive and promotive services indispensable in realizing KADARZI. This study aimed to determine the effect of 5 messages nutrition-conscious families (KADARZI) for the creation of self-conscious family nutrition. This research method is a quasi-experiment Non-Equivalent Control Group Design With Pre Test and Post Test, Samples is the mother of a toddler, were aged ≥ 20 years. Research site in the District Maesaan of South Minahasa regency. Measuring tool is a questionnaire to determine their knowledge, attitudes and practice behaviors KADARZI data analysis using statistical test t-test at α 0.05. Other research results are the effect of nutrition conscious family 5 messages on knowledge, attitudes and practices KADARZI. Through the medium of the book KADARZI can improve knowledge, attitude and practice of family self-conscious nutrition. Suggestion that the local government distribute 5 messages KADARZI behavior to the public by using the book to be easily understood and practiced.