The WIC Nutrition Program food packages are changing in healthy ways to better meet the nutrition needs of mothers, infants, and children. The new food selections will contain less fat and cholesterol, more fiber, fruits and vegetables year round. The foods for breastfeeding mothers and infants will be increased as well, to promote breastfeeding as the healthiest way to feed infants.

The new foods will be provided to WIC families starting in October 2009, and will include:

• Fruits and vegetables, including fresh, frozen, and canned
• Whole grain cereals
• Whole grain breads
• Brown rice and oatmeal
• Soft corn and whole wheat tortillas
• Canned beans
• Canned salmon and sardines
• Soy beverages and tofu
• Baby food fruits, vegetables, and meats

For more information on the changes:

• Visit the New Hampshire WIC webpages or the USDA Food and Nutrition Services.
• Download a flier with more details on the new WIC Packages.
• If you have questions, contact the WIC Program at 1-800-WIC-4321 or wic@dhhs.state.nh.us.

This is an exciting time for the WIC Program with changes to our food packages that reinforce the nutrition education messages for healthy families!