WIC Nutrition Information
WIC provides a range of nutrition services in a supportive environment.
WIC achieves positive health outcomes through:
- Nutrition counseling and education
- Breastfeeding promotion and support
- Nutritious foods - at no cost to participant - worth at a minimum of $54 per month (see Foods Provided by WIC)
- Immunization screening and referrals
- Health and social service referrals
WIC Authorized Foods*
For Infants: |
For Women & Children |
Iron-fortified infant formula |
Milk |
Infant Cereal |
Cheese |
Juice |
Cereal |
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Dry beans |
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Eggs |
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Dry peas |
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Juice |
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Peanut butter |
*A special food prescription is available for the homeless and children or women with special health care needs. Women who choose to exclusively breastfeeding also receive tuna and carrots and additional amounts of juice, cheese and beans or peanut butter. Breast pumps may be available for women who breastfeed.
WIC nutrition staff meet with each WIC participant to:
- Assess their diet and identify nutritional needs
- Provide individual nutrition counseling
- Determine appropriate foods

