Now, the only fresh vegetables available through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) are carrots, and then only for breastfeeding mothers. Vouchers based on 30-year-old nutrition standards steer women toward sugar-laden fruit juices and refined-flour products. They’re encouraged to drink milk, though many are allergic.
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http://www.boston.com/news/globe/health_science/articles/2005/05
/03/nutrition_upgrade_urged_for_federal_food_program/
