Food in Boston

The choice of foods available at smaller food retailers is heavily influenced by what the WIC program pays for. Unfortunately, WIC’s current food guidelines aren’t particularly healthy. Fruits and vegetables, for example, aren’t covered.

The good news is that, after 32 years of the current guidelines, a new set is under consideration, with needed changes like whole grains, fruit and veggies, and a better overall balance. In addition to the obvious benefits for the women and children who would be better fed under these new guidelines, the rest of us would also profit due to the increased availability of these healthy foods at our local grocers.

Thanks to the National WIC Association, it’s quick and easy to send a comment in favor of these changes - just follow the link to their homepage for some more background information, or head right here to send an email to the USDA.