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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2021THRU SEPTEMBER 30, 2021P EN N S Y LVANIA W ICFOOD LIST& SHOPPINGGUIDE

Cheese. 2Yogurt. 3-4Soy Products/Milk. 5-6Juice for Children and Women. 7-8Fruits/Vegetables. 9-10Cereals. 11-12Whole Grains. 13-15Legumes (Beans)/Canned Fish. 16Infant Foods. 17Eggs/Peanut Butter. 18At Checkout:1 Foods being purchased with your eWIC cardmust be included on your WIC benefit balance.2 Before any foods are scanned, tell the cashier youare using an eWIC card.3 Insert your card into the card reader and follow thedirections. The system will ask you to enter yourPIN.4 The cashier scans items to confirm they are WICapproved and are included within your family’sbenefits.5 You must review and approve what you want topurchase before the sale is final. The cashiershould have you review the utilization receiptbefore you approve the purchase.6 The foods that you purchase will be removed fromShopping Tips with Your eWIC Card Know your benefit balance. The best way to know yourbalance is to KEEP YOUR LAST RECEIPT! Your benefits become available on the Benefit Start Dateat 12:01 AM and end at 11:59 PM on the Benefit End Date. You do not have to buy all your foods at one time. Buywhat you need when you need it. Coupons and store promotions (“buy one, get one free”)may be used with your eWIC card. Benefits that have not been spent DO NOT carry over tothe next benefit period.your eWIC card and you will get a benefit balancereceipt that shows what is remaining.7 Always keep your benefit balance receipt. If showsyour family’s available foods and the last day tospend your current benefits.WI C SA LES STEP SIndex

Cheese8 OR 16 OUNCE PACKAGES ONLY Protect your card. Keep it safe! Memorize your PIN. Do NOT give your PIN toanyone other than your trainedWIC Proxy. Do NOT throw your eWIC cardaway when you have used allyour benefits. If your card is lost or stolenor does not work at the store,contact your local WIC clinic.FORMS ALLOWED: Block Sliced Shredded Stick StringThese may be regular, reduced fat, lowfat orfat free, low cholesterol, lactose free, low sodium, orcalcium fortified.C HEESEeWIC Card SecurityANY BRAND American Cheese(Pasteurized Process) Cheddar Cheddarella Colby (Longhorn) Cojack Monterey Jack Mozzarella Muenster Provolone SwissCheese must be marked with weight, type and cost.Kosher cheese must be on your WIC benefit balance.CANNOT BUY: Cubed Individually wrappedslices Imported Deli service Cheese foods 1 POUNDOF CHEESE(16 oz)Imitation cheeseSmoked cheeseCheese products or spreadsOrganic cheeseCheese with added ingredientsCheese packed in water1/2POUND(8 oz)1/2POUND(8 oz)NUTRITION FACT1Calcium and vitamin D work together to protect yourbones. Calcium helps build and maintain bones, whilevitamin D helps your body effectively absorb calcium.2

Yogurt32 OUNCE CONTAINERS ONLYTYPE SPECIFIED ON WIC BENEFIT BALANCE WHOLE FAT, LOWFAT OR NONFATWHOLE FATAll Natural Plain,Strawberry, VanillaNONFATPlainPlainPlainProbiotic PlainPlainPlainPlainPlain, VanillaPlain, VanillaPlainPlain, VanillaPlain, VanillaYO G URTLOWFATVanillaPlain, VanillaPlain, VanillaPlain, VanillaPlain, Strawberry,Vanilla, BlueberryPlainPeach, Strawberry,Strawberry Banana,VanillaPlain, VanillaPlain, VanillaBlended Blueberry,Plain, Strawberry,VanillaPlain, Peach,Strawberry,BlueberryCANNOT BUY: Greek Organic Drinkable yogurts Yogurts withnon-nutritivesweeteners Yogurts with mix-in ingredientssuch as:- Granola- Candy pieces- Honey- NutsHarvest Peach,Strawberry,Strawberry Banana,Vanilla, Blueberry34

Soy ProductsMilkMUST BE LISTED ON WIC BENEFIT BALANCESOY BEVERAGESGALLONS OR HALF GALLONSANY BRAND Low fat (1% or 1/2%) or Skim, unless Whole milk or ReducedFat (2%) is on your WIC benefit balance. Acidophilus milk isallowed. Kefir is allowed only if you have a quart listed on yourWIC Benefit Balance.32 OR 64 OUNCE CONTAINERS Lactose free, kosher, evaporated or dry milk can be purchased ifit is on your WIC benefit balance.8th ContinentOriginal or SectionCANNOT BUY:Great ValueOriginalRefrigeratedSection Flavored Milk Buttermilk Goat’s Milk Organic Milk Ultra High Temperature (UHT)processed milk Milk in glass bottles Milk with added:- Calcium- Protein- Plant sterols- Vitamin C- Omega-3sCANNOT BUY: Any other brand or flavor of soy beverageFloat10/9/021:57 PMPage 1dVo t e t i ng-Ta sBest s BurgersMeatleTOFUdVo t e t i ng-Ta sBest s BurgersMeatle16 OUNCE CONTAINERS ONLYLogo sent with weird inner Blue glowOur logo resaved with the correct colorsAzumayaExtra Firm, Firm,SilkenHouse FoodsPremiumMedium Firm, Firm,Extra FirmNasoyaSilkenCANNOT BUY: Any other brand or type of tofuSOY P RO DUC T S/M I LKPacific - Ultra SoyOriginal or VanillaShelf StableSoy BoyFirm2 HALFONEGALLONSGALLONNUTRITION FACTSoy is a nutrient-rich food that containscomplete protein, carbohydrates, fiber, healthyfats, vitamins and minerals important togood health. If you choose soy products,you may need other sources of calciumand vitamin D in your diet.5EXCEPTION: You may buy a single quartof milk only if it is listed on your WIC benefitbalance.NUTRITION FACTServe fat free or lowfat (1%) milk, cheese or yogurt at meals andsnacks. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals and protein forstrong bones, teeth and muscles.6

JuiceJuiceFOR CHILDRENFOR WOMEN11.5-12 OUNCES FROZEN CONCENTRATE64 OUNCE BOTTLES OR CARTONS ONLYAll FlavorsPineappleAppleAll flavors exceptpremium flavorsApple, Grape, WhiteGrape, GrapefruitAppleAll flavorswith yellow pull tabs100% Juices, Sesame Cranberry, Cranberry Purple, Red or WhiteStreet FlavorsGrape, CranberryGrape Juice, Whiteand Natural Style Raspberry, Cranberry Grape Peach, SuperApple Juice.Blackberry, CranberryBerryNot allowed:Pomegranate,“Cranberry Juice Blueberry Blackberry,and More” itemsCranberry Mangoand “Fruitables”Harvest Apple, Apple, Apple, ConcordGrape, ConcordGrape, CranberryGrape, AppleBlackberry;Cranberry, AppleCranberry Cherry,Grape, Apple Orange Cranberry ConcordPineapple, AppleGrape, CranberryBerry Cherry, Apple Mango, CranberryKiwi Strawberry, Pineapple, CranberryApple Peach Mango,Pomegranate,Pineapple, Berry Cranberry RaspberryANY BRANDORANGE JUICEVitamin D &Calcium are okay.STOREBRANDSBest YetEssential EverydayGiantGiant EagleGreat ValueIGAPrice RiteShop RiteTipton GroveWeisAPPLEGRAPEWHITE GRAPECRANBERRYPINEAPPLEVEGETABLETOMATOTomato, Low Sodium Apple, Apple Cherry,Tomato, Low Sodium Apple Mango, AppleV8, V8White GrapeANY BRAND ORANGE JUICEVitamin D & Calcium are okay.48 OUNCE BOTTLES100% PASTEURIZED JUICEApple, CranberryBlend, Cranberry Appleor Cranberry RaspberryAll flavorsTraditional CranberryApple Ciders Juices with: Cocktails- Non-nutritive Organic juicesweetenersAppleSHELF STABLE CONCENTRATE100% PASTEURIZED JUICEAll flavors with yellow trimCALCIUM AND VITAMINS C AND D ARE OKAY.No other added vitamins or minerals are allowed.CANNOT BUY: APPLIES TO ALL JUICE7STOREBRANDSBest YetEssential EverydayFood ClubGiantGreat ValueHy-TopIGAParadeShopriteShurfineTipton GroveTopsWeisJ UI C E F O R WO M ENAppleAll flavorswith green pull tabsAPPLEGRAPE100% PASTEURIZED JUICE100% PASTEURIZED JUICE- Beta-carotene- Food colorings- Added sugars- Carbonation- Omega-3s- Vitamin A- Vitamin E- Alcohol- Fiber- DHA- ARA8

Fruits & Vegetables Organic is OK Any BrandFRESHBUY:DO NOT BUY: Loose or pre-packaged Whole or cut F RUI T /V EG ETABLESSalad bar items, party platters or fruit basketsHerbs, nuts or peanutsSalad kits with nuts, croutons or dressingFruits or vegetables with dipsDried fruit, fruit leathers or fruit snacksFROZENBUY:DO NOT BUY: Plain Bag or box Low sodium OK With sugar, breading, butter, sauce, fat or oilWith meat, rice or pastaFries or tater totsSoupCANNEDBUY:DO NOT BUY: Water or juice pack only Metal, glass or plasticcontainer Low sodium OK With added meat, fat, oil, rice or pastaWith added sugar or in syrupWith non-nutritive sweetenerPickled vegetables, sauerkraut or olivesCranberry sauce or pie fillingSoupJarred salsa or pasta sauceInfant or toddler foods or squeezable pouchesAnything with maraschino cherriesRelishes and ketchupOrganic fruits and vegetables can be purchased but tend to bemore expensive. You will get more food with non-organic items.910

Cereals12 OUNCE PACKAGES OR LARGERHot WheatOriginal, Butter,Cheddar CheeseInstant, OriginalInstant-Original,1 or 2.5, Whole GrainCinnamon, BrownSugar, Honey Nut,Golden MapleBanana Nut Crunch,Crunchy PecanOriginal or FlakesAlmonds, Vanilla,Honey RoastedRegular orMultigrainCorn, Rice,Wheat, Cinnamon,Blueberry, VanillaRegular, Honey,Berry BerryWholeGrainHoneyClustersWheat FlakesWHOLEGRAINCEREALSMAKEHALF YOURGRAINSWHOLE!RegularOriginal andStrawberrySTORE BRANDSCorn Flakes, Corn Squares (or biscuits), Rice Squares (or biscuits),Toasted Oats, or TasteeosOriginal,Original, Little Bites,Protein HoneyMixed BerryAlmond, ProteinTouch of CinnamonWAYS TO BUY 36OUNCES OF CEREAL11You can buy any combination ofWIC approved hot or cold cerealsthat add up to 36 ounces or less.15oz Essential Everyday Great Value Food Club ShopRite GiantOriginal, Vanilla21ozor18oz 18ozor12oz 12oz 12oz Tops Weisor12oz 24oz12C EREA LSCANNOT BUY: Any other brand, type of cereal or organic cereals.

Whole Grains16 OUNCE PACKAGESWHOLE WHEAT PASTA100% StonegroundWhole Wheat Bread,100% Whole WheatSandwich Rolls100% WholeWheat Bread100% WholeWheat Bread100% WholeWheat BreadWhole Wheat Spaghetti,Whole Wheat Thin Spaghetti,Whole Wheat Macaroni, Whole WheatPenne, or Whole Wheat RotiniWhole Wheat Spaghetti, Whole WheatElbow Macaroni, Whole Wheat PenneRigate or Whole Wheat Rotini100% WholeWheat Bread100% Whole Wheatwith HoneyStoneground 100%Whole Wheat Bread,Very Thin Soft 100%Whole Wheat Breador Whole Grain RyeSeeded BreadClassic 100%Whole WheatBreadWhole Wheat Elbows, Whole WheatLinguine, Whole Wheat Penne, WholeWheat Rotini, Whole Wheat Spaghettior Whole Wheat Thin SpaghettiWhole Grain Penne Rigate,Whole Grain Spaghetti, Whole GrainThin Spaghetti, Whole Grain Rotini orWhole Grain Linguine100% WholeWheat Bread100% StonegroundWhole Wheat BreadHamotzie, 100%Stoneground WholeWheat Bread Mezonotor 6 pack WholeWheat Rolls100% WholeWheat BreadWhole Wheat Rotini,Whole Wheat Spaghetti,Whole Wheat Thin Spaghetti orWhole Wheat Penne RigateWhole Wheat Penne Rigate,Whole Wheat Spaghetti,Whole Wheat Angel Hair orWhole Wheat RotiniCANNOT BUY: Organic pasta or pasta with added sugars, fats, oilsor salt.STORE BRANDS100% Whole Wheat Bread Best Yet Giant Eagle Essential Everyday IGA GiantWHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE Super Bread WeisCANNOT BUY: Any other package size, brand or type of whole grain products Organic whole grains Whole grains with:13- Added omega-3s- Dried fruits- Seeds- NutsWHO LE G RA I N SWHOLE WHEAT OR WHOLE GRAIN BREAD & ROLLS- Extra calcium- Vitamin DSTORE BRANDS Best ChoiceBest YetEssential EverydayGiantGreat Value Hy-TopIGASignature SelectWegman’sWeis14