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EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 2017
CONTENTSINFORMATION FOR WIC SHOPPERSUsing WIC Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Shopping Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Baby FoodBaby Cereal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Baby Food – Fruits and Vegetables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Baby Food – Meats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Beans – Canned. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Beans/Peas/Lentils – Dried . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Breakfast Cereal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9Cheese. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Eggs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Fish – Canned. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Fruits and VegetablesFresh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Frozen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14JuiceTomato / Vegetable (46 oz). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Frozen (11.5–12 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–17Fruit – Single (64 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18–19Fruit – Mixed or Blends (64 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20–21Milk – Cow Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22–23Milk – Goat Milk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Milk – Yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Peanut Butter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Soy Beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Tofu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Whole Grain ChoicesBrown Rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Bulgur. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Oatmeal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Soft Tortillas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Whole Wheat Pasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32100% Whole Wheat Bread. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33100% Whole Wheat Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34INFORMATION FOR WIC VENDORSHelpful Information for Checkers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36WIC Customer Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36WIC Customer Signature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Important Points to Remember at the Check Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37How to Take a WIC Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38–39How to Take WIC Fruit and Vegetable Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40–41
INFORMATIONFOR WICSHOPPERS
INFORMATION FOR WIC SHOPPERSUSING WIC CHECKS Use your checks on or between the first and last day to use.Use a check only if your name is printed below the signature box.Shop at stores that have the “WIC Accepted Here” sign.Buy the amounts, sizes, and types of foods listed onyour checks. Separate your WIC foods by check, and from other items you are buying. Show the checker your ID when you let them know you are usingWIC checks. Sign each check only after the checker writes in the “Actual Purchase Price.”USING WIC FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CHECKS Ask the checker if you can combine more than one WIC fruit and vegetablecheck. Most stores can do this.Example: You can combine 8 and 11 checks to buy 19 worth of fruitsand vegetables. If your purchase is more than the amount on the check, you can pay theextra or choose not to buy it.Example: If the purchase costs 9 and you have an 8 check, you can paythe extra 1, or choose to buy less. If your purchase costs less than the amount of the check, you can’t getmoney back.WEIGHTS AND MEASURESAbbreviations:Ounces ozPound lbWeight wt2Equivalents:1 quart 32 ounces½ gallon 2 quarts1 gallon 2 half-gallons1 gallon 3.8 liters½ pound 8 ounces1 pound 16 ounces1 pound 0.45 kilograms
INFORMATION FOR WIC SHOPPERSSHOPPING TIPS Bring signed ID. If you use your WIC folder as ID,make sure it’s signed before shopping. The nameson the folder and checks must match. See page 36“WIC Customer Identification.” Stores aren’t required to carry all WIC approvedfoods. You can ask the store staff if they can order thefoods you need. You can’t accept rainchecks. You don’t have to buy all the foods printed on yourWIC checks. You can’t return to the store later for thefoods you didn’t purchase. You can’t substitute otherfoods or formula for those printed on the WIC check. You can receive in-store or manufacturer specialswhen you use WIC checks, such as: buy one, getone free, store loyalty cards, gift cards, manufacturer promotions, or storespecials. You can use these specials for non-WIC foods. You can help WIC serve more families. Use coupons, store loyalty cards,and choose lower priced foods. It is best to avoid express lanes when using more than one WIC check.SHOPPING TIPLook for Shopping Tips throughoutthe guide.WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW You can’t sell WIC foods or formula. You can’t give WIC foods or formula away to family or friends. You can’t post any WIC foods or formula for sale or trade on websites, socialmedia pages, or other form of public communication. Bring any unused, unopened, non-perishable foods to your WIC clinic.EXTRA FOODS FOR FULLY BREASTFEEDING MOMS Look for this symbol if you are a fully breastfeeding mom.You get these extra foods.3
BABY FOODBABY CEREALDON’T BUYBUYBABY FOODMust Be8 oz or 16 ozDryThese brands:Beech-NutEarth’s Best OrganicGerberWith added:Flavors, fruit, or formulaPrebiotics, probiotics, or DHACans, jars, or pouchesSingle-serve or individual packetsYou Can ChooseBarley, multigrain,oatmeal, rice, andwhole wheatBABY FOOD – FRUITS AND VEGETABLESDON’T BUYBUYMust Be4 oz glass jars4 oz plastic containersThese brands – Stage 2:Beech-Nut ClassicsBeech-Nut NaturalsEarth’s Best OrganicGerber 2nd FoodsO OrganicsTippy ToesTippy Toes OrganicWild Harvest OrganicYummy NaturalsYummy OrganicsYou Can ChooseAny combinations of fruitsand vegetablesWith added:Flavors, spices, or sugarsCereal, grains, or noodlesMeatsDessertsDinnersPouchesStage 1 or Stage 3SHOPPING TIPWhen buying baby food fruits andvegetables, a 2-pack is counted as2 containers.2 PACK 4 oz4 oz4 2Containers
BABY FOODBABY FOOD – MEATSBUYMust BeWith added:Flavors, sugars, or spicesCereals, grains, or noodlesFruits or vegetablesMeat sticksDinnersStage 3BABY FOOD2.5 oz glass jarsThese brands – Stage 1 orStage 2:Beech-Nut ClassicsGerber 2nd FoodsO OrganicsTippy ToesTippy Toes OrganicWild Harvest OrganicYummy NaturalsYummy OrganicsDON’T BUYYou Can ChooseAny varietySingle meatWith broth or gravyBreastfeedingprovides momsand babieswith lifelonghealth benefits.WIC supportsbreastfeeding.The more youbreastfeed,the more WICfoods you get.FORMULABuy only the brand, size, type, and amount of formula printed onthe WIC check. For information about WIC Approved Formulas, visitwww.doh.wa.gov/WICFoods/InfantFormula, or call 1-800- 841-1410.5
BEANS – CANNEDBUYBEANS – CANNEDMust Be15 oz to 16 oz cansPlainOnly canned beans when printedon WIC checksYou Can ChooseAny brandLow or reduced sodium4-pack of 15–16 oz cansNon organic or organicDON’T BUYWith added:Flavors or meatsHoney, syrups, molasses, sugar,or other sweetenersBaked beansBean saladBean sproutsChili beansGreen or wax beansMixed beansBean soupsPeasPouchesRefriedSHOPPING TIPSYou can choose dried beans, peas,lentils, or peanut butter whenprinted on the check.You can buy canned beans onlywhen printed on the check.For more information, see Beans/Peas/Lentils – Dried page 7 andPeanut Butter page 26.6
BEANS/PEAS/LENTILS – DRIEDBUYYou Can ChooseWith added flavors or spicesBoxesBarleyBean and rice mixBulk (sold by weight)Chia seedsCoffee beansDried refried beansFarroFrozenGreen beansHeirloomQuinoaSprouted or germinatedSoup or soup mixBEANS/PEAS/LENTILS – DRIED16 oz bagsAny brandAny varietyNon organic or organicDON’T BUYSHOPPING TIPSYou can choose dried beans, peas,lentils, or peanut butter whenprinted on the check.You can buy canned beans onlywhen printed on the check.For more information, see Beans –Canned page 6 and Peanut Butterpage 26.7
BREAKFAST CEREALBREAKFAST CEREALCOLD BREAKFAST CEREALHOT BREAKFAST CEREAL8
BREAKFAST CEREALBUYMust Be12 oz to 36 oz boxesOnly these brands and typesHot Breakfast CerealCream of RiceCream of Rice InstantCream of Wheat(Instant, 1 minute, 2 ½ minute,10 minutes)Cream of Wheat Whole Grain(Instant and 2 ½ minute) WEssential Everyday Grits OriginalMalt-O-Meal OriginalBagsCylindersOatmealBREAKFAST CEREALCold Breakfast CerealAlpha-Bits WCheerios (Plain) WCheerios Multi Grain (Plain) WCorn Chex (Plain)Dora the Explorer (Cinnamon)Great Grains Banana Nut Crunch WKellogg’s Corn FlakesKellogg’s Frosted Little Bites orMini Wheats Original WKellogg’s Rice Krispies (Plain)Kix (Plain) WPost Grape Nuts WPost Grape Nuts Flakes WRice Chex (Plain)Sunbelt Bakery Simple Granola WWheat Chex (Plain) WBran Flakes: WEssential EverydayFood ClubGreat ValueIGAKrogerSignature KitchensWestern FamilyDON’T BUYSHOPPING TIPYou can choose a combinationof breakfast cereals up to theamount of ounces (oz) printedon the WIC check. Examples:12 oz12 oz12 oz 36 ozOR18 oz17.3 oz 35.3 ozOR18 oz18 oz 36 ozW These are whole grain cereals.9
CHEESEBUYCHEESEMust BeOnly the amount printed on theWIC check1 lb 16 oz, or 2 lb 32 oz8 oz if KosherMade from pasteurized cow milkMade in USAThese types:Cheddar (mild, medium, or sharp,yellow or white )ColbyColby JackColby Monterey JackMonterey JackMozzarellaYou Can ChooseAny brandCalcium and/or Vitamin D fortifiedFat free, low fat, and reduced fatPart skim or wholeReduced sodium10DON’T BUYWith added flavors, herbs, nuts,seeds, spices, or vegetablesSingle serving sticks or packetsCheese made from raw milkCotijaCracker cutCream cheeseDeli cheeseDiced, crumbled, cubed, cut,grated, shredded, or slicedExtra sharp cheddarFresh mozzarellaGoat or sheep cheeseImportedLactose freeMuensterOrganicParmesanPepper JackProcessed pasteurized AmericanProvoloneQueso frescoRicottaString cheeseSwissUnpasteurizedVintage cheese
EGGSBUYMust Be12-count carton (1 dozen)White eggs only from chickensAny brandSmall, medium, or large sizeBulkBrown eggsCage-freeDried or powderedDuck eggsEgg substitute productsExtra-large or jumboFertileFree-rangeHard-boiled eggsLiquid eggsLow or reduced cholesterolNaturally-nestedOmega 3OrganicPasteurizedReduced saturated fatSpecialty eggsVegetarian fedEGGSYou Can ChooseDON’T BUY11
FISH – CANNEDBUYDON’T BUYMust BeFISH – CANNEDChunk light tuna in water, net wt.5 oz to 6 oz (not drained wt.)Pink salmon, 5 oz to 14.75 ozSardines in water, 3.75 oz to 4.4 ozYou Can ChooseAny brandBonelessLow sodiumNo added saltSkinlessWild caughtWith added flavors, foods, or spicesAlbacore tunaBrisling sardinesDriedFancyFilletFoil bags or pouchesFreshFrozenGlassGourmetJack MackerelLine or pole caughtOrganicPlasticRed salmonSmokedSnack packsSolid or chunk white tunaSpecialty salmon or tuna steakTongol tunaYellowfin tunaSHOPPING TIPYou can choose a combination of chunk light tuna, pink salmon, or sardinesup to the amount of ounces (oz) printed on the WIC check. Examples:5 oz5 oz5 oz125 oz 30 oz5 oz5 ozOR14.75oz3.75 oz3.75 oz3.75 oz3.75 oz 29.75 oz
FRUITS / VEGETABLES – FRESHBUYYou Can ChooseAny brand or typeCut or wholeFresh fruits and vegetables inbags, clam shells, cups, plasticbowls, or tubsFresh fruits and vegetables in foamtrays wrapped in plasticNon organic or organicYou can buy a combination of freshand frozen fruits and vegetables.Remember, if you buy foods thatare more than the combinedamount of your checks, you can paythe extra, or choose not to buy it.With added:Dips, dressings, fats, oils,or saucesFlavors, foods, herbs, nuts,or spicesBreaded, cooked, creamed,or soupsEdible blossoms of flowers, ordried fruits or vegetablesFruit basketsHerbs, or spices such as aloe vera,anise, banana leaves, basil, bayleaves, caraway, chervil, chives,cilantro, corn husk, dill, fenugreek,lemongrass, lime leaves, marjoram,mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary,sage, savory, tarragon, thyme,vanilla beans, or wheatgrassOrnamental or decorative itemssuch as dried chili peppers, garlicon a string, gourds, carved orpainted pumpkinsParty trays or platters with orwithout dipsSalad bar itemsSugar caneFRUITS / VEGETABLES – FRESHSHOPPING TIPDON’T BUY13
FRUITS / VEGETABLES – FROZENBUYYou Can ChooseFRUITS / VEGETABLES – FROZENAny size bag, box, or steamerpouchAny brandNon organic or organicFrozen beans are OK (such as:black-eyed peas, edamame,garbanzo, and lima beans)14DON’T BUYWith added:Fats, oils, salts, seasonings, spices,sugars or saucesMeats, noodles, nuts, pasta, rice,or grainsBattered or breadedCreamedDeli itemsDried fruits, vegetables, or fruitleatherFrench friesHash brownsMashed potatoes, PotatoesO’Brien, Tater Tots SHOPPING TIPYou can buy a combination of freshand frozen fruits and vegetables.Remember, if you buy foods thatare more than the combinedamount of your checks, you can paythe extra, or choose not to buy it.
JUICE – TOMATO / VEGETABLE (46 OZ)BUYMust Be46 oz cans or plastic bottlesOnly these brands and typesTomatoCampbell’sHaggenKrogerShur SavingWestern FamilyApple, grape, grapefruit, orange,pineappleCartons or glass bottlesCiderCocktailJuice tedUnfilteredJUICE – TOMATO / VEGETABLE (46 OZ)VegetableCampbell’s V8 EssentialAntioxidantsCampbell’s V8 Hint ofBlack PepperCampbell’s V8 Hint of LimeCampbell’s V8 Low SodiumCampbell’s V8 OriginalCampbell’s V8 Spicy HotCampbell’s V8 Spicy Hot LowSodiumHaggenKrogerWestern FamilyDON’T BUYTOMATOONLY THESE BRANDSVEGETABLEONLY THESEBRANDS15
JUICE – FROZEN (11.5–12 OZ)APPLEONLY THESE BRANDSJUICE – FROZEN (11.5–12 OZ)GRAPE OR WHITE GRAPEGRAPEFRUIT / ORANGEANY BRANDMIXED FRUIT16ONLY THESE BRANDSONLY THESE BRANDSPINEAPPLEONLY THESE BRANDS
JUICE – FROZEN (11.5–12 OZ)BUYMust Be11.5 oz or 12 oz frozenOnly these brands and typesAppleEssential EverydayGreat ValueIGAKrogerLangersOld OrchardSignature KitchensTree TopWestern FamilyGrapefruitAny brand 100% grapefruitOrangeAny brand 100% orangeMixed FruitDoleOrange Peach MangoPineapple OrangePineapple Orange BananaOld OrchardApple CherryApple CranberryApple Kiwi StrawberryApple Passion MangoApple RaspberryApple Strawberry BananaBerry BlendBlueberry PomegranateCherry PomegranateCranberry BlendCranberry PomegranateCranberry RaspberryPineapple OrangePineapple Orange BananaWelch’sWhite Grape PeachWhite Grape RaspberryPineappleDoleOld OrchardDON’T BUYCiderCocktailJuice drinkLemonLemonadeLimeLimeadeOrganicPunch not 100% JuiceRefrigeratedUnfilteredJUICE – FROZEN (11.5–12 OZ)Grape or White GrapeEssential EverydayGreat ValueOld OrchardWelch’sWestern FamilyBUY17
JUICE – FRUIT – SINGLE (64 OZ)APPLEONLY THESE BRANDSGRAPE, RED GRAPE, OR WHITE GRAPEJUICE – FRUIT – SINGLE (64 OZ)ONLY THESE BRANDSORANGE18ANY BRANDPINEAPPLEONLY THESE BRANDS
JUICE – FRUIT – SINGLE (64 OZ)BUYMust Be64 oz plastic bottlesOnly these brands and typesGrape, Red Grape, orWhite GrapeEssential EverydayGreat ValueHaggenIGAJuicy JuiceKrogerLangersOld OrchardSignature KitchensWelch’sWestern FamilyAny brand 100% orange juice.Some examples:Essential EverydayGolden CrownJuicy JuiceLangersOld OrchardSignature KitchensTropicanaWestern FamilyDON’T BUYCartons or glass OrganicPunch not 100% JuiceRefrigeratedUnfilteredJUICE – FRUIT – SINGLE (64 OZ)AppleEssential EverydayGreat ValueHaggenIGAJuicy JuiceKrogerLangersOld OrchardSignature KitchensTree TopWestern FamilyBUYPineappleEssential EverydayKrogerLangersOld OrchardSignature KitchensWestern Family19
JUICE – FRUIT – MIXED OR BLENDS (64 OZ)JUICE – FRUIT – MIXED OR BLENDS (64 OZ)MIXED FRUIT20ONLY THESE BRANDS
JUICE – FRUIT – MIXED OR BLENDS (64 OZ)BUYMust Be64 oz plastic bottlesOnly these brands and typesApple GrapeApple Kiwi StrawberryApple Orange PineappleApple Peach MangoCranberry Grape PlusCranberry PlusCranberry Raspberry PlusOld OrchardAcai PomegranateApple CranberryBerry BlendBlack Cherry CranberryBlueberry PomegranateCherry PomegranateCranberry PomegranateKiwi StrawberryMango TangerinePeach MangoRed RaspberryWild CherrySignature KitchensCranberryCranberry GrapeCranberry RaspberryTree TopApple BerryApple CranberryApple GrapeOrange PassionfruitPineapple OrangeWestern FamilyCranberry BlendCranberry GrapeCranberry RaspberryJUICE – FRUIT – MIXED OR BLENDS (64 OZ)Essential EverydayBerryCherryCranberryCranberry RaspberryGrape Blend100% Juice PunchGreat ValueCranberry BlendCranberry GrapeCranberry PomegranateWhite Grape and PeachHaggenCranberryCranberry RaspberryJuicy JuiceApple RaspberryBerryCherryCranberry AppleFruit PunchKiwi StrawberryMangoOrange TangerinePassion DragonfruitPeach AppleStrawberry BananaStrawberry WatermelonTropicalKrogerCranberryWhite Grape PeachLangersApple Berry CherryApple CranberryBUYDON’T BUYSee page 19.21
MILK – COW MILKNONFAT, 1%, 2%, WHOLE, OR LACTOSE FREEBUYMust BeBUYYou Can ChooseMILK – COW MILKOnly the type of milk printed onthe WIC check (Nonfat, 1%, 2%,Whole, or Lactose Free)Plastic or paper containersCow mbinations of half-gallons andgallonsQuarts only allowed whenprinted on the checkAcidophilusAny brandCalcium-fortifiedFat freeKosherLactobacillusLow fatProbioticsReduced fatSkim milk with added thickeners,such as Creamy Fat Free, SkimSupremeSHOPPING TIPYou can combine two half-gallonsfor a gallon. Skim and nonfat milkare the same.EVAPORATEDBUYMust BeOnly when printed on theWIC check12 oz canCow milkHomogenizedPasteurizedUnflavored22BUYYou Can ChooseNonfat, 1%, 2%, low fat, or wholeAny brandCalcium-fortifiedKosher
MILK – COW MILKDRYBUYMust BeOnly when printed on theWIC checkMixes to 1 quart of milk or moreCow milkHomogenizedPasteurizedUnflavoredYou Can ChooseBoxes, cylinders, plastic bags,or pouchesNonfat, 1%, 2%, low fat, or wholeAny brandCalcium-fortifiedKosherSHOPPING TIPThe amount printed on the checkequals the amount of quarts aftermixing with water.Dry Cow MilkReconstitutionSize Printedon ContainerWater AddedMakesNonfat9.6 oz3 QuartsNonfat9.64 oz3 QuartsNonfat25.6 oz8 QuartsNonfat32 oz10 QuartsNonfat64 oz20 QuartsWhole12.6 oz3 QuartsWhole28.1 oz7 QuartsWhole56.3 oz13 QuartsDON’T BUY FOR ALL TYPES OF COW MILKAdded flavors, foods, or spicesAlmond, coconut, hemp, rice, orother grain or nut beveragesBulk powdered milkButtermilkChocolate milkFilled milkGlass bottlesHalf and halfKefirLow-carb dairy beverageNon homogenizedOmega 3OrganicOther animal milk, such as goator sheepMILK – COW MILKMilkFatPints, half-pints, or smaller sizeRaw milkSingle-serve or individual packetsSweetened condensed milkUHT containersUnpasteurized milkWhipping creamSHOPPING TIPYou can only buy soy beverage orgoat milk when it’s printed on yourWIC check. See page 24 for goatmilk information and 27 for soybeverage information.23
MILK – GOAT MILKBUYMust BeDON’T BUYOther goat milk brandsMeyenberg brand onlyOnly the type of milk printed onthe WIC check (Low fat or MILK – GOAT MILKOnly Dry goat milk when printedon the WIC checkOnly Evaporated goat milk whenprinted on the WIC checkSHOPPING TIPYou can combine half-gallons andquarts, or buy all quarts of goatmilk, if half-gallons aren’t availablewhere you shop.Dry Goat MilkReconstitution24Container SizeWater addedmakes12 oz can3 QuartsA box of 12–4 oz pouches4 Quarts
MILK – YOGURTBUYMust Be1 quart (32 ounces)Plastic containerCow milkHomogenizedPasteurizedYou Can ChooseAny brandThese types:Low fat – Plain or vanillaNonfat – Plain or vanillaDON’T BUY2% cow milk yogurtWhole cow milk yogurtWith added:Flavors, fruits, grains, granola,or nutsCandy, honey, spices, or addedproteinArtificial sweeteners: aspartame,saccharin, stevia, or sucralose(Splenda )Custards or whipsDrinkable or squeezableFrozen yogurtGreekKefirLightOrganicRaw milkSingle-serve or multi-packsYogurt kitsMILK – YOGURT25
PEANUT BUTTERBUYYou Can ChoosePEANUT BUTTER16 oz jar onlyAny brandCreamy or smoothChunky or extra chunkyCrunchy or extra crunchyLow sodiumNatural peanut butterNo stir or stirSalted or unsaltedDON’T BUYBulk (sold by weight)With added:Flavors, foods, or spicesFlax or safflower oilChocolateFreshly ground or grind-it-yourselfGourmetHoneyJellyLow-carb peanut butter spreadLow-glycemicMarshmallowsNatural peanut butter spreadsNut or seed butters, such asalmond, cashew, sesame, soy,sunflower, or tahiniOmega 3OrganicPowderedRoasted honey nutSingle-serveSpread“Squeeze It” tubesValenciaSHOPPING TIPSYou can choose dried beans, peas,lentils, or peanut butter whenprinted on the check.You can choose canned beans onlywhen printed on the check.You can find more informationabout canned beans on page 6 anddried beans/peas/lentils on page 7.26
SOY BEVERAGEBUYMust BeThese brands and types:8th Continent Original Soymilk8th Continent Vanilla SoymilkHalf-gallon containersRefrigeratedPacific Ultra Soy OriginalPacific Ultra Soy Vanilla32 oz (quart) containersNon refrigeratedSilk Original SoymilkHalf-gallon containers32 oz (quart) containersTwin pack of half-galloncontainersRefrigeratedDON’T BUYAlmond, coconut, hemp, orrice milkBlends or creamers8th Continent Complete Vanilla8th Continent Light Chocolate8th Continent Light Original8th Continent Light VanillaPacific organic UnsweetenedPacific Select Soy OriginalPacific Select Soy VanillaNon refrigerated Silk SoymilkSilk ChocolateSilk DHA Omega-3Silk Light ChocolateSilk Light OriginalSilk Light VanillaSilk Organic OriginalSilk Organic UnsweetenedSilk Organic VanillaSilk VanillaSilk Very VanillaSOY BEVERAGESHOPPING TIPYou can choose to buy half-galloncontainers of soy beverage forevery 2 quarts printed on the WICcheck.27
TOFUBUYMust Be16 oz container onlyCalcium-setYou Can ChooseCubed or slicedNon organic or organicRefrigeratedTOFUThese brands and types:Azumaya Extra FirmAzumaya FirmAzumaya SilkenHouse Foods Extra FirmHouse Foods FirmHouse Foods Medium FirmNasoya Organic SilkenNasoya Organic SproutedSuper FirmO Organic SilkenO Organic Sprouted Extra Firm28DON’T BUYWith added flavors, foods, or spicesBakedDessert tofuFriedNon refrigerated
WHOLE GRAIN CHOICESWhole Grain Choices: Brown Rice Bulgur Oatmeal Soft Tortillas Whole Wheat Pasta 100% Whole Wheat Bread 100% Whole Wheat Hamburgerand Hot Dog BunsSHOPPING TIPYou can choose a combinationof whole grain choices up to theamount of ounces (oz) printed onthe WIC check. Breakfast cerealsdon’t count as a whole grain choicefor your WIC checks. See pages 8–9for choices of breakfast cereals.BROWN RICEBUYYou Can ChooseWith added flavors, foods, or spicesBasmatiBlackBulk (sold by weight)Boil-in-BagChia seedsFarroGourmetGritsJasmineMahoganyMixed ricePouchesQuinoaRedSprouted or germinatedWhiteWildWHOLE GRAIN CHOICES14 oz to 32 ozBags or boxesAny brandGluten freeExtra long, long, medium, orshort grainInstant or regularNon organic or organicDON’T BUY29
WHOLE GRAIN CHOICESBULGURBUYYou Can Choose16 oz to 32 ozBags or boxesAny brandNon organic or organicDON’T BUYWith added flavors, foods, or spicesBulk (sold by weight)GritsQuinoaSprouted or germinatedOATMEALBUYWHOLE GRAIN CHOICESYou Can Choose3016 oz to 32 ozBags or boxesCardboard cylindersAny brandGluten freeInstant or quickNon organic or organicOld-fashioned or regularRolled or steel-cutDON’T BUYWith added flavors, foods, or spicesBoxes with individual packetsBulk (sold by weight)GranolaGritsMetal cylindersPouchesQuinoa
WHOLE GRAIN CHOICESSOFT TORTILLASBUYYou Can Choose8 oz to 32 ozCorn or corn masa soft tortillasWhole wheat soft tortillasLow sodiumNon organic or organicOnly these brands:Celia’sEssential EverydayDon PanchoGarden of Eatin’ OrganicGreat ValueGuerreroKrogerLa BanderitaLa BurritaMarket PantryMiCasaMissionOrtegaSignature KitchensDON’T BUYWith added flavors, foods, or spices96% whole wheatChips, taco salad bowls, tacoshells, tostada, or any other hardtortillasLow carb or carb balanceMixed-grain tortillas, such as cornand wheat togetherRed cornReduced fat, or fat-free tortillasSprouted or germinatedStore-madeTortillas with “light” or “lite” onthe labelWrapsWHOLE GRAIN CHOICES31
WHOLE GRAIN CHOICESWHOLE WHEAT PASTABUYYou Can ChooseWHOLE GRAIN CHOICES16 oz or 32 ozBags or boxesAny typ
Fat free, low fat, and reduced fat Part skim or whole Reduced sodium DON'T BUY With added flavors, herbs, nuts, seeds, spices, or vegetables Single serving sticks or packets Cheese made from raw milk Cotija Cracker cut Cream cheese Deli cheese Diced, crumbled, cubed, cut, grated, shredded, or sliced Extra sharp cheddar Fresh mozzarella Goat .
