Your California WIC Card
The California WIC Card makes shopping fast and easy. Take a look at this instructional video to find out more:
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Here is what to do:Smart shopping tips
Here are some tips for stretching your WIC benefits and food dollars:No added sugars
Added sugars are not allowed in some WIC foods, such as juice, canned fruits, frozen fruits and vegetables, and dried fruits. Foods lower in sugars help prevent obesity, diabetes, some cancers, and tooth decay.
Sugar has many names. Some other names include:
Artificial, reduced-calorie, and no-calorie sweeteners are also NOT allowed. Some names for them are:
Check the ingredients for added sugars or sweeteners.
See example of labels for canned pineapple below.
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Stretching your food benefits
The California WIC Card makes shopping fast and easy. Take a look at this instructional video to find out more:
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