The WIC food package is determined by the category of participant — pregnant, breastfeeding, post-partum, infant or child — and the assessment done at certification. Each food package is designed to provide maximum nutrients that are commonly missing in American diets. The following is a general listing of foods that can be provided in WIC food packages. Refer to the WIC Approved Food Guide for specific information.
Can be purchased fresh, canned or frozen. Canned fruits are limited to those without added sugar, artificial sweetener or syrup. Canned and frozen vegetables cannot include potatoes. Fresh fruits and vegetables can be purchased whole, cut, bagged or packaged.
Only unsweetened juices.
Any plain canned or dried beans. These do not include green beans, snap beans, yellow beans, wax beans, and sweet peas.
All brands creamy or crunchy.
Both hot and cold, but only specific brands.
This category is especially specific in regard to ingredients and brands. Please see Approved Food Guide for more information.
White cow’s milk only in gallon containers
Half-gallon, refrigerated
32-ounce containers of plain or flavored yogurt; brand specific
White, any grade
Only allowed for breastfeeding women whose infants are not receiving any formula from WIC
Only allowed for breastfeeding women whose infants are not receiving any formula from WIC
8- or 16-ounce containers of plain any grain, no fruit added; brands are restricted
Infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats; restricted types and brands