WIC expands food options

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Texas WIC, the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children, is expanding the number of food items eligible for purchase through WIC. 
“Grocers assure us they can meet this increased demand and have supply chains ready to respond,” said Dee Budgewater, HHS deputy executive commissioner for Health Developmental and Independence Services. 
Effective immediately, there are additional options for certain food items WIC participants can buy. 
These food items include more options for milk, bread, rice, pasta and eggs.  
Additionally, Texas WIC is permanently adding canned fruits and vegetables to the food package. 
Items at the grocery store with a pink sticker stating “WIC Approved” are eligible for shoppers to purchase using WIC.