WIC Foods — Smart choices for healthy meals
WIC gives you a monthly food package to buy foods that help you get the nutrients you and your kids need. The foods in your package will change as your needs change and your child grows. Your food package includes foods from this list.
Get Variety with Your WIC Foods
Cereal
- Iron-fortified and low in sugar
- Many are whole grain and high in fiber
- Gluten-free choices
Whole Grain Choices
- Bread (whole-wheat)
- Tortillas (corn or whole-wheat)
- Brown rice
- Oatmeal
- Whole-wheat pasta
Fruits and Vegetables
- Fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables
- Vitamin C-rich 100% juice
Dairy/Soy Choices
- Fat-free and low-fat (1%) milk for women and children 2 to 5 years
- Whole milk for children 12 to 24 months
- Cheese
- Kosher milk and cheese
- Soy milk and tofu
- Yogurt
Protein Foods
- Eggs
- Dry beans, split peas or lentils
- Canned beans
- Peanut butter
- Canned fish for fully breastfeeding mothers
Baby Foods
- Baby cereal
- Baby food fruits and vegetables
- Baby food meats for fully breastfeeding babies
- Formula*
*WIC is committed to helping mothers reach their breastfeeding goals. Starting or increasing formula can decrease your breastmilk supply. If you need help to maintain your supply, please talk to someone from your local WIC office or call the free 24/7 Texas Lactation Support Hotline at 855-550-6667.