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FOODLISTEffectiveOctober 1, 2020
WIC Participant ResponsibilitiesBefore you shop:1.Check your benefit balance and the date your benefits expire beforeyou shop.2.Shop only at WIC-approved stores.3.Your WIC office will let you know the locations where you can use yourbenefits. Look for the “We Accept eWIC” decal at the grocery store.4.Tell the clinic staff if you would like someone else to beable to pick up or use your WIC benefits.To check your family balance, the Food List and more, download theEzWIC app (Arizona WIC Program and Navajo Nation WIC) orWIC Shopper app (ITCA WIC).EzWIC appWIC Shopper appWhile you shop:1.Read your benefits carefully to know which foods you can get. You cancheck your WIC balance at the store by swiping your card at thecheckout stand and entering your PIN, calling the customer servicenumber on your card, or using your WIC program’s shopping app.2.You may buy only foods and quantities listed on the balance section ofthe eWIC receipt. You do not have to buy all your foods at one time.At the checkout stand:1.Tell the cashier right away that you are using an eWIC card.2.Ask the cashier if you need to separate WIC foods from other foodsyou’re buying. Each store is different and may have a different process.3.Wait for the cashier to ask you to swipe your eWIC card and enter your PIN.4.After foods are rung up, review the transaction before approving. Afterapproving, the WIC food items purchased will be deducted from youraccount.You will be given a new receipt with the remaining benefit balanceand the date your benefits expire. Keep your receipt so you know theremaining balance and expiration date for your next shopping trip.5.Note: Self-checkout may be allowed at some WIC approved vendors. Please lookfor signs near the self-checkout to see if it is approved or ask a store employee.
If you want to know if a certain brand of food is eligible,please contact your WIC office or check the food listdatabase for your WIC program, shown below:Arizona WIC foodsazwic.gov/foodsArizona WICQR CodeINTER TRIBAL COUNCIL OF ARIZONA, INC.Inter Tribal Council of Arizona WIC foodsitcaonline.com/wic/foodsNavajo Nation WIC foodsndoh.navajo-nsn.gov/If you have problems at the grocery store:Talk to the store manager if you have a problem at the store.Report the date, time, and names of store staff involved andsave your store receipt. Contact your WIC office if you are stillnot satisfied.Product requests can be sent to the following addresses:Arizona WIC:wicservicedesk@azdhs.govInter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc. WIC:wicupc@itcaonline.comNavajo Nation WIC:ndoh.navajo-nsn.gov/In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees,and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited fromdiscriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliationfor prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for programinformation (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contactthe Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard ofhearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at(800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages otherthan English.To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program DiscriminationComplaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint filing cust.html and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter allof the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call(866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) Mail: U.S. Department ofAgriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW,Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) Fax: (202)690-7442; or (3) Email: program.intake@usda.gov.This institution is an equal opportunity provider.i
Table of ContentsInfant Cereal and Formula. 1Infant Fruits and Vegetables. 2Infant Meats. 3Milk. 4Milk Alternatives. 5Nonfat and Low-fat Yogurt. 6Whole Milk Yogurt. 7Cheese. 8Juice . 9Fruits. 12Vegetables. 14Beans. 16Peanut Butter. 17Eggs. 17Canned Fish. 18Cereal. 19100% Whole Wheat Bread. 22Brown Rice. 22Whole Wheat Pasta. 23Soft Corn Tortillas. 24Whole Wheat Flour Tortillas. 25ii
Infant Cereal and FormulaInfant CerealAny of the following brands andNot Includedvarieties of infant cereal, in the Infant cereal with added fruit,8 oz. or 16 oz. size (includingsugar, yogurt, formula, ororganic)DHA/ARA Jars, cans, or single-servingcups High erWhole iceEarth’s BestMulti-GrainEarth’s BestOatmealEarth’s BestRiceInfant FormulaOnly the brand, type, and size includedon your WIC benefits.24-HourBreastfeeding Hotline1-800-833-4642gobreastmilk.org1
Infant Fruits and VegetablesAny of the following brands,single or mixed variety(including organic) of 4 oz.Stage 2 infant fruits andvegetablesNot Included Foods with added salt, sugar,or starches Desserts, dinners, or foodcombinations Added formula, cereal, orDHA/ARA Smoothies PouchesBeech-NutEarth’s BestGerberParent’s ChoiceTippy ToesYummyNaturalsYou can mix and match up to the amountincluded in your benefits.256 oz. 64 jars or 32 two-packs128 oz. 32 jars or 16 two-packs64 oz. 16 jars or 8 two-packsInfants 9 months and older can get cash value benefitstowards fresh fruits and vegetables instead of half oftheir infant fruits and vegetables. Ask your clinic for moreinformation.2
Infant MeatsAllowable for fully breastfeeding infants onlyAny of the following brandsof 2.5 oz. single ingredientinfant meats (added brothand gravy allowed, organicallowed) in any stageNot Included Foods with added salt orsugar Dinners or foodcombinations Meat sticksBeech-NutEarth’s BestGerberTippy ToesYou can mix and match meat types up to theamount included in your benefits.77.5 oz. 31 jars3
MilkAny brand, refrigerated milkNot Includedin container sizes as specified Chocolate milkon your WIC benefits Flavored milk Pasteurized fluid cow’smilk– Fat-free– Low-fat (1%)– Reduced-fat (2%)– Whole Buttermilk Acidophilus milk Half and half Raw milkOther Milk Types Sweetened condensed milk Evaporated milk(12 oz. can) Creamers Powdered dry milk(9.6 to 25.6 oz. package) UHT/Sterile/Long shelf-life milk Lactose-free cow’smilk (1 2 gallon container) Filled milk Organic milk Nut or grain milk (likealmond or rice milk) Coconut milk Navajo Nation WIC only:Lactose-free cow’s milk(1/2 gallon and 96 oz.containers)4
Milk AlternativesSoy MilkNot IncludedAny of the following brandsand types in the sizesindicated8th Continent,½ gallon, refrigerated,Original andVanilla only Soy milk with added DHA/ARA Organic or Light Silk Soymilk in other flavorsPacific UltraSoy, 32 oz.shelf stable,Original onlySilk,½ gallon,refrigerated,Original onlyGoat MilkArizona WIC onlyNot IncludedMeyenberg, quart,refrigerated Evaporated PowderedLow-FatWholeTofuAny of the following brandsNot Includedof water-packed, any texture Tofu with added fats, sugars,(i.e., soft, medium, firm oroils, or sodiumextra firm) calcium-set tofu ina 16 oz. size onlyAzumayaO OrganicsHouseFoods5Sunrise
Nonfat and Low-fat Yogurt*Any of the following brandsNot Includedof nonfat and low-fat regular Yogurt with mix-ins suchand Greek yogurt in anyas granola, candy pieces,flavorhoney, nuts and similaringredients Yogurts that are drinkable Organic yogurt Gogurt Slushies Non-dairy yogurt32 oz. quart-sized (any flavor)Any of the following store brands:Food Club, Great Value, Kroger,Lucerne, Market Pantry, OpenNature, Simple Truth, SimplyBalanced, and WinCoChobaniDannonOikos Triple ZeroDannonLight & FitDannonOikosGreek GodsMountainHighTillamookYoplaitZoiDannonPacks (any flavor)Dannon Activia4 oz. 4-packs(including regular,Lactose Free, Fruit Yoplait 4 oz. Yoplait Go-Gurt Yoplait Go-Gurt8-packstubes 2 oz.on the Bottom,tubes 2 oz.16-packsand Light)8-packs*Fat content is specified on your WIC benefits.6
Whole Milk Yogurt*Any of the following brandsNot Includedof whole milk regular and Yogurt with mix-ins suchGreek yogurt in any flavoras granola, candy pieces,honey, nuts and similaringredients Yogurts that are drinkable Organic yogurt Non-dairy yogurt32 oz. quart-sized (any flavor)The following store brands:Food Club, Lucerne, SimplyBalanced, and WinCoBrown CowCream TopChobaniGreek GodsDannonOikosDannonMountainHigh OriginalZoiPacks (any flavor)Noosa 4 oz.4-packs (including blendedand fruit on the bottom)*Fat content is specified on your WIC benefits.7
CheeseAny brand of pasteurized,pre-packaged, block andshredded cheese, 1 lb. (16oz.), regular, reduced fat, andlow sodiumNot Included Diced or sliced Cheese from the deli counter Random weight cheese Cheddar (mild, medium,sharp, extra sharp, longhorn,and white) Cheese with added peppersor other ingredients Colby Processed American cheese,processed cheese food,cheese product Monterey Jack Mozzarella (includesstring cheese) Imported cheese Cheese spread Muenster Cream cheese Provolone Cheese sticks (exceptmozzarella string cheese) Swiss Blended cheese (blend ofany types listed above) Packages less than 16 oz. Organic cheese8
Juice (page 1 of 3)11.5 to 12 oz. Frozen Concentrateand 64 oz. Shelf StableAny of the following brands of 100% juice;no added sugar or sweetenerNot IncludedAllowable containers includeplastic bottles, cartons, andcans only Organic juiceJuice cocktailTree Top 3 Apple BlendOdwalla or Naked brandsof refrigerated orangejuice V8 SplashAppleFood ClubFoodClubLangersOldOrchardSenecaShurfineTree TopOldJuicy Langers Mott’sSeneca ShurfineOrchardJuiceTreeTopGrapeFood ClubFoodClubLangersWelch’sOld OrchardOldOrchardShurfinePineappleDoleOld OrchardLangers9Welch’s
Juice (page 2 of 3)11.5 to 12 oz. Frozen Concentrateand 64 oz. Shelf StableAny of the following brands of 100% juice;no added sugar or geAny BrandOrangeAny BrandGrapefruitAny BrandGrapefruitAny BrandShelf Stable or Refrigerated*Calcium fortified allowedMixed FlavorsDoleJuicyJuiceOld OrchardV8(Original, LowSodium, andSpicy Hot flavors)****No V8 Splash10Old Orchard
Juice (page 3 of 3)6-Packs of 5.5 to 6 oz. ContainersOnly when specified on your WIC benefitsOnly these brands of 100% juice,no added sugar or sweetenerDolePineappleDonald DuckOrangeV8 (Original, LowSodium, and SpicyHot flavors)Navajo Nation and ITCA WIC Only8-packs 4.23 oz. containersJuicy Juice(any flavor)WIC recommends limiting juice to 4 ounces daily fortoddlers 1 to 3 years old, and 4 to 6 ounces daily forchildren 4 to 6 years old.11
Fruits (page 1 of 2)Fresh FruitsNot IncludedAny variety of fresh fruit Whole Dried fruit Cut-up Fruit-nut mixtures Single pieces Fruit with dipping sauce Bagged and pre-packaged Fruit for purchase onsalad bars Organic Ornamental fruits Fruit baskets Party trays Items such as blueberrymuffins Fruit with added sugar, fat,oil, or salt12
Fruits (page 2 of 2)Frozen FruitsAny brand Any size and type ofcontainer Any single or mixed variety OrganicNot Included Fruit with:– added sugar, fat, oil, or salt– artificial sweeteners suchas NutraSweet, Splenda,or Stevia– any other added foods SmoothiesCanned Fruits*Arizona and Navajo Nation WIC onlyAny brand Any size and type ofcontainer (shelf stable andrefrigerated) Any single or mixed varietypackaged in juice or water Natural and unsweetenedapplesauce OrganicNot Included Fruit:– packed in syrup such asheavy, light, or extra light– with added sugar, fat, oil,or salt– packed in sweetened fruitjuice or nectar– artificial sweeteners suchas NutraSweet, Splenda,or Stevia Cranberry sauce or pie filling*Allowable containers include cans, cups, jars,and pouches.13
Vegetables (page 1 of 2)Fresh VegetablesAny variety of freshvegetables WholeCut-upSingle piecesBagged and pre-packaged,including lettuce OrganicNot Included Kits with dressings ordipping sauces Herbs or spices Edible blossoms such assquash blossoms(broccoli, cauliflower, andartichokes are allowed) Creamed or saucedvegetables Vegetable-grain mixtures Breaded vegetables Vegetables for purchaseon salad bars Salad kits Ornamental vegetables,such as chilies on a string Painted pumpkins Party trays Vegetables with added sugar,fat, oil, or salt14
Vegetables (page 2 of 2)Frozen VegetablesAny brand Any size and type ofcontainer Any single or mixed variety Steamer bags OrganicNot Included Breaded or seasonedvegetables French fries, tater tots, orhash browns Vegetables with:– sauce such as cheese,butter, or teriyaki sauce– added sugar, syrup, oil, fat,pasta, or riceCanned Vegetables*Arizona and Navajo Nation WIC onlyAny brand Any size and type ofcontainer Regular and low sodium Any single or mixed variety Tomato sauce, paste, puree,whole, crushed, and dicedtomatoes OrganicNot Included Vegetables with added fat,sugar**, or oil Added pasta or rice Pickled or creamedvegetables Vegetables in sauce Pizza sauce, soups, ketchup,relish, or olives*Allowable containers include cans, cups, jars, andpouches.** Sugar allowed for sweet peas and corn only.15
BeansDry Beans, Peas, LentilsAny brand, any varietyNot Included(including organic), in a 16 oz. Green, yellow, or wax beanspackage size Fresh or frozen beans Refried beans Bean soup mixes withflavoring packets/spices BulkCanned BeansAny brand, any variety(including organic), plain, orlow sodium in up to 16 oz.sizeVarieties such as: Black Black-eyed peas Cannellini Garbanzo (Chickpeas) Great Northern Kidney (red and white) Lima Navy Pink Pinto RedNot Included Refried beans Peas or lentils Green peas, green beans,or wax beans Baked, Cajun, barbeque,or ranch style Beans with added fat, oils,meat, fruits, or vegetables Pork and beans Chili beansFor each container of dry beans/peas/lentils on your eWIC card, you canbuy either a 16 oz. container of dry beans/peas/lentils or 4 cans (up to a16 oz. size each).Each can of beans counts as 0.25 of a container.2.00 containers 8 cans1.00 container 4 cans1.75 containers 7 cans0.75 container 3 cans1.50 containers 6 cans0.50 container 2 cans1.25 containers 5 cans0.25 container 1 can16
Peanut Butter and EggsPeanut ButterAny brand, 16 to 18 oz. Plain, creamy, crunchy,chunky, and super chunky Low sodium Low sugar NaturalNot Included Peanut butter spread Peanut butter with addedjams, jellies, chocolate,marshmallows, DHA,omega-3 or honey Peanut butter in tubes Organic peanut butterEggsAny brand, dozen-size carton Fresh, raw, white chickeneggs Fresh, raw, brown chickeneggs Medium, large, extralarge, or jumboNot Included Specialty eggs (lowcholesterol, DHA, organic,free range, cage free, nest,or fertile) Eggs in six-pack cartons Egg substitutes17
Canned FishTunaAny brand, any size, up to theamount listed on your WICbenefits Chunk light only Plain, water packed Regular and low sodiumNot Included Solid white or Albacore tunaTuna with soy protein addedOil-packed tunaPrime filletLunch kit tuna mixTuna packed in pouchesTuna with added ingredientsFlavored or seasoned tunaPink SalmonAny brand, any size, up to theNot Includedamount listed on your WIC Salmon with addedbenefitsingredients Pink salmon only Red salmon Plain, water packed Salmon in pouches Regular and low sodium Flavored or seasoned salmon Atlantic salmon FilletsSardinesAny brand 3.75 oz. cans, flavored,seasoned, and plainNot Included Brisling Norwegian18
Cereal (page 1of 3)Hot Cereal11.8 to 36 oz. boxesAny of the following brands ofNot Includedhot cereal. You may combine Hot cereals less than 11.8 oz.several sizes of containers to Added raisins, fruit, or nutsequal up to 36 oz. Variety packs Organic cerealsCream ofRiceCream of Wheat Cream of Wheat Cream of WheatOriginalOriginalOriginal1 Minute2.5 minuteInstant IndividualPacketsMalt O MealOriginalQuakerInstant GritsOriginalQuakerInstant OatmealOriginal Gluten free. Whole grain cereal. Whole grains are higher in fiber andnutrients that are important for heart and digestive health.19
Cereal (page 2 of 3)Cold Cereal12 to 36 oz. bags and boxesAny of the following brands ofNot Includedcold cereal. You may combineseveral sizes of containers to equal Cold cereals less than 12 oz.up to 36 oz. Variety packsExamples: Frosted cereals except thoselisted as allowable12 12 12 36 Organic cereals18 18 3616 18 34Any of the followingstore brands ofCrispy Rice: Best Yet, FirstStreet, Food Club, GreatValue, Kroger, MarketPantry, Shurfine, SignatureSelect and WinCoAll BranAny of the followingCompletestore brands ofWheat FlakesToasted Oats: FirstStreet, Food Club,Kroger, Shurfine,Signature Select, andWinCoBanana heatChexCornFlakesCornChexMalt O MealCrispy Rice 100% folic acid per serving. Gluten free. Whole grain cereal. Whole grains are higher in fiber andnutrients that are important for heart and digestive health.20
Cereal (page 3 of 3)Cold Cereal12 to 36 oz. bags and boxesMalt O MealFrosted MiniSpoonersFrostedMini WheatsOriginalGrape NutsFlakesGrape NutsOriginalHoney Bunches Honey Bunches Honey Bunches Honey Bunchesof Oatsof Oatsof Oatsof OatsAlmondHoney Roasted Whole GrainWhole GrainAlmond Crunch Honey CrunchHoney Bunchesof OatsWhole GrainVanilla BunchesQuakerOatmeal SquaresCinnamonKix - PlainLife OriginalRice KrispiesSpecial KQuakerOatmeal SquaresBrown SugarTotal 100% folic acid per serving. Whole grain cereal. Whole grains are higher in fiber andnutrients that are important for heart and digestive health.21
Whole Grains (page 1of 4)100% Whole Wheat BreadNot IncludedAny of the following brands100% whole wheat bread ina 16 oz. loaf Gluten freeDiet, light, or low carbMini loavesPita or flat breadEnglish muffinsSandwich thins or roundsBagelsBunsRollsStore Brand100% WholeWheatAny Store BrandBimboNature’s OwnOzark HearthSara LeeWonderBrown RiceAny brand of brown rice(instant, quick, boil-in-bag,or regular cooking), long orshort grain, in a 14 to 16 oz.package sizeNot Included 22Seasoned or flavored riceWhite riceBasmati or jasmine riceOrganic rice
Whole Grains (page 2 of 4)Whole Wheat PastaAny of the following brandsof whole wheat pasta(including organic) in a16 oz. package sizeNot Included Pastas that list any other flourbesides whole wheat and/orwhole durum wheat flour inthe ingredients Pastas with added sugars,fats, oils, or saltAny of the following store brands: Full Circle,Great Value, Kroger, O Organics, P t, Shurfine,Signature Select, Simple Truth Organics, SimplyBalanced, Sun Harvest, and WinCoBarillaDelalloHodgson MillRonzoni23
Whole Grains (page 3 of 4)Soft Corn TortillasAny of the following brandsof yellow and white soft corntortillas in a 16 oz. packagesizeNot Included Tortilla chips Tostada or taco shells Organic tortillasCasa RicaDon PanchoDos RanchitosEl SuperFood ClubGuerreroIGAKrogerLa BanderitaLa BurritaMama Lola’sMissionSanta Fe TortillaCompany24
Whole Grains (page 4 of 4)Whole Wheat Flour TortillasAny of the following brandswhole wheat flour tortillas ina 16 oz. package sizeWhole wheat flour must bethe only flour listed in theingredient list.Not Included Tortilla chipsTostada or taco shellsWhite flour tortillasFlavored tortillas (such asspinach or tomato) Organic tortillasDon PanchoFood ClubGreat ValueGuerrero Tortillasde Harina IntegralIGAKrogerLa BanderitaMissionSante Fe TortillaCompanySignature Kitchens25
WIC promotes breastfeedingas the optimalinfant feeding choice.The WIC Program provides thefollowing. Contact your localclinic to learn ls.LactationConsultantsClasses &SupportGroupsBreast PumpsMothers who arefor Momsexclusively breastfeedingget the enhancedWIC food package24-HourBreastfeeding Hotline1-800-833-4642gobreastmilk.org26
Other Milk Types Evaporated milk (12 oz. can) Powdered dry milk (9.6 to 25.6 oz. package) UHT/Sterile/ Long shelf-life milk Lactose-free cow's milk (1 2 gallon container) Navajo Nation WIC only: Lactose-free cow's milk (1/2 gallon and 96 oz. containers) Chocolate milk Flavored milk Buttermilk
