WIC Approved Foods Card (AFC)
Infant Food
Infant Formula
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Allowed:
- Brand, type and size specified on benefits balance. No substitutions.
Infant Fruits and Vegetables
Size: 4 oz. jar, 4 oz. tub - 2 pack, or 2 oz. tub - 2 pack
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Allowed:
- Includes single ingredient or combination of fruits and/or vegetables (e.g., apple-banana, sweet potato-apple)
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Happy Baby Organics
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Meijer
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Parent’s Choice
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Pic Select Fresh
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., vegetables, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Meats
Size: 2.5 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Meat only, may include broth or gravy
- Available types: turkey, beef, chicken, or ham
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Meijer
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., meat-vegetable, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Cereal
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Any grain or multigrain
- Organic
Brands:
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Baby Basics
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Beech-Nut
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Danalac
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Meijer
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Parent’s Choice
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Canned
- Variety packs
- Added formula, fruit, quinoa, or DHA
Dairy
Fluid Milk
Least expensive brand. Product type and size listed on benefits balance.
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Allowed:
- Whole or Vitamin D
- Reduced-fat (2%)
- Low-fat (½ or 1%) or fat-free (skim)
Soy Milk
Size: ½ gallon containers
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Allowed:
- Plain or original soy milk
Brands:
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8th Continent
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Great Value
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Silk
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Not included:
- Flavored
- Glass bottles
Specialty Milk
As listed on benefits balance.
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Allowed:
- Evaporated: 12 oz. size
- Lactose-free: quart or 1/2 gallon or .75 gallon sizes
- UHT (ultra-high temperature)
- Powder: all sizes
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Not included:
- Organic
- Flavored
- Imitation
- Buttermilk
- Milnot
- Vitamite
- Glass bottles
Yogurt
Size: 1 Quart (32 oz.) tub
Multipacks = 2, 4 oz. 4 pack cups = 32 oz.; 1, 4 oz. 8 pack cups = 32 oz.;
2, 2 oz. 8 pack tubes = 32 oz.; 1, 2 oz. 16 pack tubes = 32 oz.
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Allowed:
- Any flavor
- Fat free, low fat, whole fat, or Greek yogurt
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
- Light
- Mix-ins
- Individually sold cups
- More than 40 grams of sugar per cup
Cheese
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz.
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Allowed:
- U.S. made, prepackaged
- Whole fat, low fat, or fat free
- Sliced, shredded, cubed, crumbled, block, string (up to 16 oz), or queso oaxaca
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Any of the following flavors or combinations:
- American - pasteurized processed
- Cheddar
- Colby
- Colby–Jack
- Monterey Jack
- Mozzarella
- Muenster
- Provolone
- Queso
- Swiss
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Not included:
- Organic
- Cheese from deli area
- Cheese food
- Cheese product
- Substitute or spread
- Imitation or individually wrapped cheese slices
- Spiced, flavored, or imported
Fruits and Vegetables
Fruit and Vegetable Cash Value Benefits are redeemable up to the amount stated on the benefits balance.
Dried Fruit
Organic or Non-Organic
Generic PLU 4469. Dollar amount specified on shopping list.
Frozen
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Allowed:
- Fruit without added sweeteners
- Non-potato vegetables
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Not included:
- Any type of frozen potato
- Products with added sweetener, oils, fats, herbs or spices
- Creams, sauces, or breading
Fresh
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Allowed:
- Whole or cut
- Plain bagged salad
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Not included:
- Pickled vegetables
- Olives
- Herbs or spices
- Nuts
- Salad bar items
- Edible blossoms
- Ornamental or decorative pumpkins
- Party trays with dip, dressing, or croutons
Canned
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Fruits in 100% fruit juice or water
- Regular, low sodium, or no salt added vegetables
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Not included:
- Fruit and vegetables with added sugar, syrups, sweeteners, seasonings, flavoring, fats, oils, herbs or spices
- Cream/cheese/butter sauce
- Pickled vegetables
- Tomato sauces, soups, or salsas
- Mixtures with meat or legumes
Juice
Frozen Juice Concentrate
Size is specified on benefits balance.
For women only.
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Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable
46 - 48 oz. only. Any container.
Frozen or Shelf Stable Concentrate
11.5 – 12 oz. juice concentrate must make 48 oz. or
more when mixed per manufacturer’s directions.
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Juice - 64 oz.
For children only.
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Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable or Refrigerated
64 oz. only. Any container.
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Whole Grains
Bread and Buns
Size: Loaves 16 oz. only. Buns 12 to 16 oz. packages.
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Allowed:
- Whole wheat or whole grain
Brands:
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Aunt Millie’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Goodness Whole Grain White
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Best Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Bimbo
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Bunny
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Butternut
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Family Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Kroger
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Lewis Bake Shop
- Healthy Life Sugar Free 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Life 100% Whole Wheat
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Meijer
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Nature’s Own
- 100% Whole Grain Sugar Free
- 100% Whole Wheat with Honey
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Our Family
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Pepperidge Farms
- 100% Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns
- Light Style Soft Wheat
- Light Style 100% Whole Wheat Bread
- Very Thin 100% Whole Wheat Bread
- Whole Grain Rye
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Roman Meal
- Sungrain 100% Whole Wheat
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Sara Lee
- Classic 100% Whole Wheat
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Schnuck’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Shoppers Value
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Signature Select
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Stern’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Village Hearth
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Wonder
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Not included:
- Bagels
- Bakery items
- Rolls
- Organic
Oats
Size: 16 – 18 oz. only
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Quick, rolled, gluten free, or old fashioned oats
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Not included:
- Organic
- Steel-cut oats
- Added sugar, fat, oil, or salt
Bulgur
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Whole Grain Barley
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Brown Rice
Size: 14 – 16 oz.
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Organic
Whole Wheat Pasta
Size: 16 oz. only
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Allowed:
- Any shape whole wheat pasta
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
Tortillas
Size: 16 oz. only
Brands:
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Best Choice
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Celia’s
- Whole Wheat
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
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Chi-Chi’s
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Don Pancho
- Whole Wheat
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Essential Everyday
- Corn 5½”
- Whole Wheat 8” Whole Grain
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Food Club
- Whole Wheat
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Frescados
- Whole Wheat
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Great Value
- Whole Wheat
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Hy-Top
- Yellow Corn
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Kroger
- Whole Wheat
- Gluten Free Yellow Corn
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La Banderita
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Meijer
- Whole Wheat 8”
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Mi Casa
- Whole Wheat
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Mission
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Ortega
- Whole Wheat
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Our Family
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
- Whole Wheat
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Schnucks
- Whole Wheat
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Signature Select
- Whole Wheat
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Tio Santi
- Whole Wheat
Cereal
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. to 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Brands:
Pregnant women and women considering becoming pregnant: Look for the cereals with 100% DV (daily value) of folic acid.
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. to 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Brands:
B&G FOODS
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Original
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Instant
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Original
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Instant
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2½ Minute
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10 Minute
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Whole Grain Instant
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Whole Grain 2½ Minute
General Mills
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Original
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Multigrain
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Oat Crunch Berry
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Vanilla Spice
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Blueberry
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Cinnamon
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Corn
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Rice
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Wheat
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Fiber One Honey Clusters
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Berry Berry
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Honey
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Original
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Total Whole Grain
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Wheaties
Grain Berry
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Apple Cinnamon Toasted Oats
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Cinnamon Frosted Shredded Wheat
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MultiBran Flakes
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Original Toasted Oats
Kellogg’s
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Complete Bran
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Honey
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Original
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Cinnamon
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Original
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Golden Honey
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Blueberry
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Chocolate
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Cinnamon Roll
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Filled Mixed Berry
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Original
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Bite Size
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Pumpkin Spice
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Strawberry
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Honey Toasted
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Warm Cinnamon
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Original
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Original
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Protein Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon
Malt-O-Meal
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Chocolate
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Original
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CocoWheats
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Farina
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Crispy Rice
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Original
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Strawberry Cream
Post
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Banana Nut Crunch
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Crunchy Pecan
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Almonds
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Cinnamon
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Honey Roasted
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Maple and Pecans
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Vanilla
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Frosted Drizzlerz
Quaker
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Instant Grits - Original Only
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Instant Oatmeal - Original Only
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Original
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Vanilla
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Oat Bran
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Brown Sugar
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Cinnamon
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Honey Nut
Store Brands
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Allowed:
- Eligible varieties include: Corn Flakes, Crispy Rice, Instant Oatmeal, Frosted Shredded Wheat, Toasted Oats, Rice Squares, Corn Squares, Corn Hexagons, Rice Hexagons
Brands:
Protein
Eggs
Size: 1 dozen
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Allowed:
- Large or extra large white and/or brown eggs
- Cage/range free
- Least expensive brand
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Not included:
- Jumbo
- Organic
- Premium
- High cost specialty eggs (reduced cholesterol, Omega-3 vegetarian fed)
Tofu
Size: 14 oz. – 17 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Any texture
- Regular
- Organic
Brands:
- Organics
Brand 
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Not included:
- Added fats, sugars, sweeteners, oils, sodium, or seasoning
- Fried tofu
Peanut Butter
Size: 16 oz. – 18 oz. jars
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Allowed:
- Natural, creamy, crunchy, or extra crunchy
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Not included:
- Peanut spreads
- Freshly ground or whipped peanut butter
- Flavored peanut butter
- Organic peanut butter
- Peanut butter with palm oil or added ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, Omega 3, DHA, or EPA
Fish
Size: Any Size
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Allowed:
- Packed in water, oil, or vegetable broth
- Chunk Light Tuna: Any size cans or pouches. Pouches may have seasoning added, excluding extra ingredients.
- Pink Salmon: Any size cans or pouches.
- Sardines: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine. Added Flavors: tomato, mustard, or lemon.
- Mackerel: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine.
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Not included:
- Organic
- Albacore or Yellow Fin
- White
- Solid
- Fresh
- Frozen
- Premium brand
Beans, Peas, and Lentils
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Allowed:
- Any type
Canned
Size: 15 oz. – 64 oz.
Dry
Size: 1 lb. bag (16 oz.)
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Not included:
- Organic
- Boxed
- Baked beans
- Wax beans
- Soups
- Added sugars, fats, oils, seasoning, or meats
Questions?
Just call your local Indiana WIC clinic or call 800-522-0874.
