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Our Foods
I noticed the new label on "Classics" jars. What changed?
Our line of classics jar purees (which used to be called Beech-Nut® Classics) has gotten an upgrade! We have improved this line to remove artificial ingredients like ascorbic acid and citric acid. Now, all Beech-Nut® fruit and veggie purees have nothing artificial added. Other than that, the recipe for the jars remains the same, with the same flavor and smooth texture your baby is used to.
The new look for the Classics jars helps communicate the promise of real food with larger graphics so it’s even easier to spot your favorite fruit or veggie combination on shelf.
These product improvements come at no additional cost to our moms & dads. The new products are still WIC™ eligible wherever they were previously.
Is your baby food certified organic?
Our Beech-Nut® Organics line of baby food is certified USDA organic.
Browse our organic products here, including jar purees and cereals.
What does "naturals" mean?
At Beech-Nut®, we make foods for babies using simple, natural ingredients from places that nurture their fruits and vegetables and care about their quality. Beech-Nut Naturals® start with real fruits & veggies that are gently cooked to help preserve their nutrients, vibrant color, and flavor.
To learn more about our Naturals process, click here.
What measures do you take to ensure your foods are high quality?
Did you know we test for 255 pesticides, toxins, and heavy metals?
We have an entire department dedicated to ingredient sourcing.
Research goes into finding the phenomenal food that goes into our jars. We build relationships with farms we can trust, and look for opportunities to buy locally whenever we can – like how all of our apples for our Naturals™ range come from about three hours away in upstate New York! We do what it takes to make sure we are using only the best, including turning food away when it isn’t up to our standards.
To read more about our quality standards, click here.
Unrefrigerated fruits and vegetables go bad without added preservatives. How do you have shelf-stable products that are still natural?
The key is in our cooking process, which uses both deaeration and gentle heating. In deaeration we remove air from the puree so the food isn’t exposed to oxygen, which would cause browning and decomposition. The food is then gently cooked, which deactivates enzymes and bacteria that could further break down the food and allows the product to be shelf stable.
This is similar to what you’d do when canning at home.
Do Beech-Nut® foods contain GMOs?
We’re working with the Non-GMO Project to verify all our products. We believe that the Non-GMO Project’s seal is a good fit for our products because it is trustworthy, defensible and transparent and (most important) requires ongoing testing. Right now, over 100 of our products are Non-GMO Project verified, and we’re pursuing all the rest! Look for the butterfly on our packaging in stores. You can learn more and check on the status of our approvals on the Non-GMO Project’s website: livingnongmo.org
Which of your foods are gluten-free?
Any of our products that do not contain wheat or oat are gluten-free. All allergen information is clearly listed on each product’s label. See a full list of our products here.
Which of your foods are Kosher?
Currently, some of our products are certified Kosher. See a full list here.
Which of your foods are Halal?
We do not have any products that are Halal at this time
Which of your foods contain allergens?
We list eight food allergens (wheat, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts & peanuts) on our labels in accordance with FDA requirements. This information is printed clearly on the labels of those products. Click on each product page to view their ingredients.
Please visit beechnut.com/allergens to see which of our products do contain wheat, milk or egg.
We will start listing products that may contain trace levels of sesame in January 2023.
To learn more about when and how to introduce allergens to your baby, click here.
Do any of your foods contain the soy allergen?
None of our baby foods contain the soy allergen. Search our foods here.
What’s in the broth in Beech-Nut® Stage 1 meat jars? Is it safe to feed to my pet?
The broth in our Stage 1 meat jars (Beef & Beef Broth jar, Chicken & Chicken Broth jar, and Turkey & Turkey Broth jar) is just meat and water. There is no onion, garlic, or other spices in these jars.
What is glyphosate and how do you test for it in your foods?
Glyphosate is a commonly used pesticide, and traces of this chemical can remain on foods sourced from U.S. farms.
We want to reassure parents that all Beech-Nut® foods are healthy, nutritious and safe. Our glyphosate standard is 10 times more rigorous than the EPA’s regulatory standard, and for certified organic products, our standard is set at zero. For example, the oat flour in our infant cereal is tested to help ensure that it meets our high standards. Just like you would, we send it back if it doesn’t meet our standards.
Why does there appear to be a ring of food on the bottom of my jar?
Instead of removing all the good fibers in fruits and veggies, we keep them in. This gives you the nutritional value you’d expect of your homemade foods. Separation or clumping is natural and you may see some of these fibers settle to the bottom of the jar or clump together. Simply stir or shake the jar to mix these fibers in before feeding.
Why are there black specs in the cereal I purchased?
Beech-Nut® cereal is iron fortified to help support your baby’s brain development as a vital nutrient.
Iron appears as black specks in the cereal and is completely safe for your baby to consume.
Do Beech-Nut® baby foods contain lead?
Even the highest quality, organic and non-GMO fruits and vegetables contain trace amounts of lead because this contaminant commonly occurs naturally in soil. The FDA states that: “Because lead may be present in environments where food crops are grown and animals used for food are raised, various foods may contain unavoidable but small amounts of lead that do not pose a significant risk to human health.” We have strict standards and test for up to 255 contaminants for every batch of food we make. Read about our Food Quality and Safety standards here.
What should I do if I have a quality concern or question?
First, look at our FAQS to see if the answer is below.
If you have an issue with one of our products, please contact our Consumer Engagement Team via our contact us form. You can also call our Consumer Help Line: 800-233-2468 (open Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm EST) or send us a message via Facebook or Twitter.
Feeding Tips
When should I start my baby on solid foods?
Every baby is different! Talk to your pediatrician to understand when your baby is ready to try solid foods in conjunction with formula or breast milk. A good rule of thumb is to start trying solids around 4-6 months. Your doctor can help you decide when to start and what to try first with a feeding plan. For more information, check out tips from our pediatric nutrition specialist Nicole Silber here on our blog. These are signs your doctor looks for to determine that your baby is ready:
- When your baby can sit with your support.
- When your baby can hold her head up and turn her head away when she’s full.
- When your baby can take food from a spoon and has learned to swallow.
How should I serve Beech-Nut® food?
We recommend serving at room temperature or slightly warmed. If using a microwave, be sure to stir thoroughly, and always test the temperature before serving it to your baby, as uneven heating may occur (note: Do not microwave Beech-Nut® jars that contain meat). A safe alternative to microwaving is placing your jar in a bowl of warm water, then stirring and testing the temperature. Also, it’s best that you don’t feed directly from the jar, to prevent bacteria growth.
What do the different Stages mean?
These ages are only suggested ranges since every baby develops differently.
Do not begin to introduce Stage 3® foods until you are sure your baby has the teeth needed to enjoy these foods. To filter all of our products by the age of your baby, try our search tool here!
- Stage 1® from about 4 months – a delicious introduction to single-ingredient solid food.
- Stage 2® from about 6 months – introduces more single-ingredient foods and perfect pairings of two or more favorites.
- Stage 3® from about 8 months – provides new tastes, new textures and new colors that a few new teeth can enjoy.
- Stage 4® from about 12 months – introduces more complex ingredients for supporting healthy growth and development.
What should I know before moving on to Stage 2® foods?
Once you’ve tried Stage 1® single-ingredient foods and learned which ones agree with your baby, you can serve mixtures of those foods. Unless your doctor says otherwise, a good rule of thumb is to start mixed-ingredient foods at about six months.
There are a few things to keep in mind:
- If your baby was sensitive to any single food, don’t feed a combination food that contains it.
- It’s okay to keep single-ingredient foods in your baby’s diet.
- Breast milk or formula is the critical foundation of your baby’s diet for the first 12 months, so keep feeding at every meal.
The product looks different than the last time I bought it – why?
Each year’s crop can be slightly different, as you’d expect in your own home garden from season to season. This can result in a product that is slightly thicker or thinner, or a product that may also taste slightly different from each other because of crop variety.
What does an allergic reaction look like?
Always check with your doctor if your baby shows any sign of an allergic reaction.
Food allergy reactions vary greatly. Symptoms can include difficulty in breathing, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, skin rash, coughing, runny nose and watery eyes. A good rule to follow is to introduce just one new food every 3 to 5 days to help identify any possible allergies. With this in mind, our Beech-Nut® Stage 1® foods are “single-ingredient” foods, and all our cereals are soy-free, to provide you a convenient and healthful way to check for food allergies in your little one.
How can I feed my baby safely to help prevent foodborne illness?
Take extra care when handling and preparing any baby food, since infants and young children can be more vulnerable to foodborne illnesses (caused by bacteria or viruses, for example salmonella). The most important rule: always wash your hands before feeding time, since your hands can pick up harmful bacteria from pets, raw food, soil, or diapers.
Here are some other tips for safe feeding.
- Inspect the baby food’s packaging before you serve it, ensuring that the safety button on the lid of the jar is down and that pouches aren’t swelling or leaking.
- Always use a clean spoon for serving, and don’t put the spoon in your mouth or anyone else’s mouth.
- Never leave opened baby food out at room temperature for more than two hours.
- Store opened baby food in the refrigerator, but only for a maximum of three days. “When in doubt, throw it out!”
- See the FDA’s safe feeding and handling tips here. This page includes information about how to microwave baby food, how to store unused baby food, and when to call the doctor if you think your baby has a foodborne illness.
Where to Buy
Can I purchase foods directly from Beech-Nut®?
Unfortunately, we do not have a direct to consumer online ordering program.
Typically, we only sell to retail partners who order truckloads of food. We would love to be able to sell directly however, as a small company, we do not currently have the capability to ship directly to parents’ homes. If you are looking for alternative stores where you can find our products, check out our store locator.
Which stores near me carry Beech-Nut®?
All stores and online retailers that carry Beech-Nut® foods can be found via our store locator.
Do you sell Beech-Nut® on Amazon or online?
Yes, try our store locator to see which items you can buy online at Walmart.com, Target.com, Kroger.com, and, now, Amazon!
Are Beech-Nut foods WIC eligible?
We believe in real food for all.
That’s why we’re proud to offer our delicious baby foods, made simply with just real ingredients to families in the WIC™ program. Find eligible products in your area as well as other information about the program here.
Do you have any coupon offers?
Yes, we periodically post coupons on our website and social media accounts like Facebook. Or, you can sometimes find cash-back offers on the mobile app, Ibotta. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive valuable offers for your baby’s age.
Do you have a sampling program?
No, we do not currently have a free samples program. You can sign up for our newsletter here to find out about upcoming promotions.
Packaging & Storage
How do I store your foods?
All products are designed to be stored at room temperature before opening.
Freezing before use is not recommended. After opening, please refer to the label on each individual product for proper handling and storage information.
Why did you choose glass jars instead of plastic?
Beech-Nut® was the first U.S. baby food to use recyclable glass jars, which protect the taste, smell or texture of our foods.
Our glass jars make it easy to see what’s inside: the beautiful colors and natural textures of nothing but real fruits and vegetables. A few more reasons to love our jars:
- They are infinitely recyclable.
- They’re BPA-free (like all of our packaging!)
- There are a million fun ways to reuse them (check out our DIYs)
Are your pouches recyclable?
Not currently, but we are listening to your feedback and are actively working on a recyclable pouch option.
Where can I find the "best by" date? (Expiration date)
- For cereals—the best by date can be found on the bottom of the canister.
- For jars—the best by date can be found on the top or side of the lid.
- For pouches—the best by date can be found on the bottom of the pouch near the barcode.
- For Melties—the best by date can be found on the bottom of the pouch near the barcode.
- Toddler Snack Bars—the best by date can be found on the bottom of the carton and on each individual bar.
Does your packaging contain BPAs?
No BPAs are used in the formulation of any of our packaging materials (pouches, jars, lids, material inside our lids, canisters, etc.
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How do I know if my jar was stored improperly?
The texture and color of our purees will change if the jars are stored improperly. This is because ingredients like bananas are a temperature-sensitive. For example, when bananas are exposed to extreme temperatures, they can become clumpy. They can also turn pink or develop a thick film that may look like the skin you would find on pudding. If your jar is showing any of these characteristics, then the jar was most likely not stored according to our guidelines. While there are no health or food safety risks associated with the affected jars, they are not up to the quality of the food we strive to produce. Please call our Consumer Help Line: 1–800-233–2468 and we will happily replace the damaged jars.
What should I do if the jar lid didn’t pop?
Every jar of Beech-Nut food should pop when you open it.
If your jar didn’t pop, don’t use the food. We will happily replace your damaged jar if you call our Consumer Help Line: 1-800-233-2468 and let us know.
About Beech-Nut®
Where are your foods produced?
Most of our foods are produced at our headquarters in Amsterdam, New York. We’ve been a proud resident of upstate New York since 1891. Some foods, like our snacks and some pouches, are produced elsewhere.
How can I sign up for news and promotions?
Sign up for our newsletter here. Be sure to fill out your location and age of baby so we send you personalized news and offers.
How can I see what jobs are available at Beech-Nut Nutrition?
Look at our Careers page and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn to see company news.
Who should I contact if I have an issue with one of your products?
We take quality complaints very seriously. If you have an issue with one of our products, please call our Consumer Help Line: 800-233-2468 (open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm EST) or send us a message.
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There comes a time in every baby’s life when he or she is ready to start on solids. And when that point comes, you’re going to be just a little bit overwhelmed with all of the different options, like Beech-Nut vs Gerber Baby Food, and which to choose between the two.
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Contents
- 1 Main Differences Between Beech-Nut vs Gerber Baby Food
- 2 Beech-Nut Baby Food Review
- 2.1 Beech-Nut Nutrition Features
- 2.2 Pros
- 2.3 Cons
- 2.4 Beech-Nut Reviews
- 3 Gerber Baby Food Review – Is Gerber Baby Food Safe?
- 3.1 Gerber Baby Food Features
- 3.2 Pros
- 3.3 Cons
- 3.
4 Gerber Baby Food Reviews
- 4 The Verdict: Gerber vs Beech-Nut
- 5 FAQ’s About Beech Nut and Gerber
- 5.1 Question: Is Gerber food bad for babies?
- 5.2 Question: Is homemade baby food healthier?
- 5.3 Question: How long does Beech-Nut baby food last?
- 5.4 Question: What is the safest baby food?
- 6 Beech-Nut vs Gerber Baby Food: Final Thoughts
- 6.1 Further Baby Food Research
- 6.2 Recommended Baby Food
Main Differences Between
Beech-Nut vs Gerber Baby FoodThe Main Differences Between Beech-Nut vs Gerber baby food are:
- Beech-Nut ingredients are organic and have no preservatives or additives, whereas Gerber Baby does.
- Beech-Nut lids are for single-use, whereas Gerber baby food comes in jars that you can reuse because of the style of the lid.
- Beech-Nut is more affordable for most families, whereas Gerber Baby has a longer shelf life.
On the surface, they might seem like virtually the same kind of food option for your growing baby or toddler, but there are a few differences that set them apart from one another.
When you look at the consistency of the different baby foods, the different kinds of containers they both come in and, of course, the cost, you can see how they both differ from each other. You’re also likely to understand why one may be the stronger option over the other.
As with most baby foods, Beech-Nut comes in a variety of different flavors with options for young babies and even toddlers. Likewise, Gerber has not only a variety of different baby food options but also baby and toddler snacks to help them get used to solid foods.
That probably doesn’t make it any easier to choose between the two, but Gerber also tends to have a thicker consistency that your baby may have a hard time digesting at first.
Then again, Beech-Nut isn’t necessarily as easy to find in a pinch at the grocery store.
The best thing to do is to compare them both and figure it out that way, but regardless, your baby is sure to have a healthy baby food option in either brand.
Beech-Nut Baby Food ReviewBottom Line Up Front: I much prefer giving my little ones the organic – clean ingredients without filler – found in Beech-Nut products here.
To make the healthiest baby food possible, Beech-Nut Baby Food uses the least amount of steps between putting ingredients together and cooking it. This ensures not only a pleasing flavor for your baby or toddler but also the right kind of texture that will agree with sensitive tummies.
Regardless of what foods you choose for your little one, all Beech-Nut baby food is made with 100% natural ingredients.
The company’s goal is to make authentic baby food from real ingredients, cooked in a way similar to how you as a parent would make it yourself. Beech-Nut uses the method of mixing and pureeing the food before it’s cooked, and the air is then taken out to preserve the freshness of the food.
This means that there’s no need for any added ingredients, natural or artificial. Even the pouches and glass jars were explicitly chosen to keep the contents tasting normal. This way, there’s less of a chance of the taste of your baby’s food being affected by plastic containers, and you can be sure that the glass jar is safe and BPA-free.
From choosing ingredients to the actual packaging, Beech-Nut seems to have taken great care in their baby food every step of the way.
Beech-Nut Nutrition Features
- Flavors/Varieties: Beech-Nut Baby Food comes in yogurt melts, cereal puffs, granola bars, cereals, baby food jars, and baby food pouches. Flavors include apple and green beans, corn and potato chowder, and mango, chicken, curry, and rice.
- Age Range: Foods from the brand are made for children from four months and up.
- Baby Food Container Style: The baby food comes in glass jars and pouches.
- Price: Shop Now with The Baby Swag.
- Where To Buy: You can buy it on Amazon or in-store at Walmart and Target.
- Has This Item Been Recalled?: While there are some complaints about Beech-Nut Baby Food, there are no recent or current recalls.
Pros
- Even if you don’t buy the organic Beech-Nut Baby Food, the ingredients are still all-natural and healthy.
- Unlike other baby foods, there are no added artificial ingredients.
- With glass jars, you can be sure that your baby’s food will come in safe and BPA-free containers.
- Beech-Nut has foods for babies of almost every age, including toddlers.
Cons
- While glass jars are safer for the contents, there is the chance of accidentally dropping and breaking jars of Beech-Nut baby food.
- Given the wide variety of flavors, there may be some specific food combinations that your child doesn’t like, so it’s more of a trial and error process.
- When you order packs of the jarred baby food online, you run the risk of receiving some broken jars in the box.
Beech-Nut Reviews
“I love Beech-Nut! Good consistency (and consistently so) and on target for the age range. Always smells and looks appetizing, with wholesome ingredients. Nothing to complain about and my daughter laps this up.” – Annie V. on Amazon.
“Both kids lived this brand. They make a variety of good flavors. What we like the most about it is how it’s organic. Plus it’s only made up of the two or three organic vegetables that are listed on the jar.” – Amrou Awaysheh on Amazon.
“Love these, all real ingredients and very healthy. Easy to travel with and my son loves them! Wish they were a bit more affordable, but for the quality, we will take it!” – Amy Curtis on Amazon.
“This is my son’s favorite! I love that it is thick and doesn’t drip off the spoon. I also love the ease of simply opening the cap instead of having to pull back hard to grip foil on other brands.
” – Amber L. on Amazon.
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Gerber Baby Food Review – Is Gerber Baby Food Safe?With Gerber baby food, the brand ensures that the different fruit and vegetable combinations are just right for your little one thanks to the panel of babies who test out each new baby food before it hits the shelves. Gerber baby food is a well-known brand built on safety, so it is certainly trustworthy.
Each stage that Gerber offers brings something new to the table for babies to enjoy and become familiar with. 1st Foods are made to be as smooth as possible for easier digestion and the most part; they don’t contain too many complicate fruits or veggies to incorporate too early into your baby’s diet.
2nd Foods are equally as smooth, but they contain a wider variety of ingredients to further your child’s palate. Once you get to the toddler and crawler stages within Gerber baby foods, you can introduce your little one to baby food pouches and Lil’ Bits.
The Gerber Lil’ Bits are thicker than the other baby foods from Gerber, and they include recipes like Chicken Itty-Bitty Noodle Dinner and Farmer’s Market Vegetable & Turkey Dinner. Unlike Beech-Nut, most Gerber baby foods don’t come in glass jars, but there are different jars, plastic containers, and pouches to choose from, depending on what your baby likes.
Gerber Baby Food Features
- Flavors/Varieties: Gerber baby food offers fruit and vegetable squeeze pouches, organic jarred foods, small plastic containers, puffs, cereal, and cereal bars. The different food combinations include apple-strawberry-beet, pear-spinach, and herb vegetable pasta chicken dinner.
- Age Range: Gerber offers food for both babies and toddlers, starting with babies who can sit up supported.
- Baby Food Container Style: In addition to some glass jars, Gerber also offers baby food in pouches and plastic containers with peel-back films and plastic lids.
- Price: Shop Now with The Baby Swag.
- Where To Buy: You can buy Gerber baby food on Amazon or in-store at Target and Walmart.
- Has This Item Been Recalled?: There are no official recalls on Gerber baby food, but there are reports of trace amounts of metals being found in some varieties of the baby food.
Pros
- Compared to other baby foods, like Beech-Nut, Gerber baby food is a lot more affordable for some families.
- Each stage of the baby food is designed to be easily digestible for different children in the correct age and development stage.
- Because of the reusable lid on the small plastic containers of baby food, you can save any remaining food for later if need be.
- The first size, at two ounces, is just the right size for babies starting out with solids.
Cons
- Gerber baby food has a longer shelf life than some other baby foods, but that could mean that it has added preservatives that some parents may not love.
- To thicken some of the other more advanced Gerber options, cornstarch is added, which may not sit well with some babies’ stomachs.
- Some vegetables may be very bland or have almost no flavor, making them unpleasant for little ones.
Gerber Baby Food Reviews
“Great price and my kids love it — can’t go wrong. It sometimes is a bit cheaper than the grocery store, and comes to your door… what more could you ask for? I’ve never had quality issues with this.” – Laura B. on Amazon.
“So far I’ve purchased the flavors peas, carrots, butternut squash, pumpkin, and green beans. My baby loves them all. What’s more, is the convenience of purchasing them online and having them delivered in bulk to my home — so easy!” – R. Entler on Amazon.
“This is great for your little one, no artificial flavors or additives.
But I found out after buying the stage 1, that stage 2 is cheaper, and you get more.” – Desiree Calora on Amazon.
“For the products — my baby loves this one. I feel good giving her something vegetarian (those little-jarred meat baby foods creep me out – how do they get the meat so gelatinous?!) which tastes somewhat like ‘real’ food instead of just plain veggie or plain fruit all the time.” – H. Harper on Amazon.
The Verdict: Gerber vs Beech-NutAt the end of the day, all that matters the most is that you find a baby food that your baby enjoys and that they can digest the easiest. When comparing Beech-Nut and Gerber baby foods, though, the stronger option seems to be the Beech-Nut.
It’s not only a little less costly, but it also tends to have fewer additives than the Gerber baby food options. Depending on your own child’s preferences, he or she may like the Gerber baby foods more, but it’s also hard to ignore that the consistency of Beech-Nut may be the easiest for little ones.
It’s a little thinner than the Gerber baby foods out there, which can be hard for some babies to get used to, but it may also be the easiest for babies just starting out on solids.
FAQ’s About Beech Nut and Gerber
Question: Is Gerber food bad for babies?Answer: While you might think that a puree would be the perfect meal for your baby, have in mind that Gerber uses additives and preservatives in baby food that it’s almost like you are feeding your baby a spoon of sugar.
Question: Is homemade baby food healthier?Answer: Making a homemade puree and juice from fresh fruit is definitely healthier than only buying pre-made food for your baby. However, always make sure that your kid’s meal does not exceed the recommended calorie intake.
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Question: How long does Beech-Nut baby food last?Answer: Beech-Nut baby food lasts 18 months, in comparison to other brands that also offer jarred baby food, whose shelf life is 24 months, and the main reason why is the lack of preservatives in the food.
Question: What is the safest baby food?
Answer: Both Beech-Nut and Gerber qualify as very safe baby food for your child!
Beech-Nut vs Gerber Baby Food: Final ThoughtsAs long as you’re giving your baby or toddler healthy baby food that they enjoy, then you’re doing something right. In this case, the Beech-Nut may be the stronger option, but both baby foods are plenty healthy in their ways.
Since both brands offer natural and organic options, that’s half the battle in finding the right healthy baby food for your child.
Choosing your baby’s first solid food can be hard enough without having to decide between two specific brands that have some clear differences from each other.
But while you may at first expect Gerber to be the winning baby food, in this instance, Beech-Nut is the way to go.
Further Baby Food Research
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- Charlotte Jam Apple Fruit, apple fruit, natural Foods, food, fruit png 1280x1187px 1.2MB
- strawberry, Strawberry milk flavor Icon, strawberry, natural Foods, food, strawberries png 1064x820px 892.16KB
- assorted fruits, Fruit Organic food Vegetable Fruit, natural Foods, frutti Di Bosco, food png 1698x1131px 1.91MB
- Sugar-apple Fruit Desktop, apple, natural Foods, food, superfood png 500x583px 64KB
- fruit and vegetable basket, Organic food, natural Foods, food, orange png 1600x1076px 2.85MB
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- variety of fruits in basket, Fruit basket Fruit basket Fruit basket, fruit basket, miscellaneous, natural Foods, food png 1098x1200px 1.63MB
- fruit juice, Juice Smoothie Organic food Vegetable juice, fruit juice, natural Foods, leaf Vegetable, food png 1000x658px 705.19KB
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- Mango, mango, natural Foods, food, fruit png 1022x783px 1.08MB
- Juice Strawberry Fruit Food, juice, natural Foods, food, dried Fruit png 2362x2362px 4.06MB
- Vegetable Fruit, A basket of vegetables, natural Foods, leaf Vegetable, food png 1024x683px 647.
88KB - Pomegranate juice Fruit Food, pomegranate juice, natural Foods, frutti Di Bosco, dried Fruit png 768x768px 617.1KB
- Strawberry Banana Fruit, strawberry, natural Foods, frutti Di Bosco, food png 1178x795px 1.62MB
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- Bush tomato Diet food Basil, tomato, natural Foods, food, strawberries png 1250x599px 481.
43KB - red apple, Food Apple Fruit, Fresh apples, natural Foods, green Apple, superfood png 800x800px 352.22KB
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Bobovy and fish
Vegetables
Coffee grains
Method of use:
- Any brand of dried bobs, Chechechitsa or peas varieties.
- 16 oz bag 9 only0199
- ANY BRAND canned beans of any type, including defatted roasted beans, with no added sugar, fats, oils or meat.
- May be low sodium or organic
- Canned beans can be selected for dried beans as listed on the eWIC benefit balance sheet.
- 15 to 16 oz can only
None
- Beans or canned beans with added flavors or additional flavors, sugars, fats, colors, oils or meat
- Soups or soup mixtures
- Boxes of beans; bulk or bulk beans; raw or roasted nuts
- Baked beans or pork with beans
- Canned chilli
- Gourmet peas or beans; hummus
Varieties such as string beans, green peas, kidney beans, orange beans, wax beans, and edamame-style soybeans are sold for cash only.
Peanut Butter
Not available for purchase by children under 2 years of age.
How to use:
- Any brand of commercially prepared, pre-packaged, low-sugar or low-sodium plain peanut butter, including smooth, crunchy or extra crunchy, and coarse.
- Natural and organic peanut butter without palm oil
- 16-18 oz pack ONLY.
None
- Whipped peanut butter; combinations, including those with the addition of jelly, honey, chocolate, marshmallows or flavorings; other nut butters (e.g. almond, soy, sesame, sunflower, cashew, hazelnut, etc.)
- Low-fat, fat-free, low-carb or peanut butter
- Roasted or honey-walnut peanut butter
- Gourmet or deli peanut butter
- Peanut butter with added nutrients such as vitamin E, DHA or ARA.
- Custom size pouches including tubes, slices or To Go containers.
- Peanut butter in bulk or freshly ground
- Peanut butter
X Peanut butter is not recommended for children under two years of age due to the risk of choking.
Transformation of legumes and peanut oil
only for women who are completely breastfeed, pregnant and pestrated by several men
Fish
Method of application:
- 9000 SKHUPZHTEN
- ANY BRAND Piece of light tuna; pink salmon
- 5oz, 6oz, 7.5oz, or 14.75oz cans
None
- Sardines or Jack Mackerel; Albacore, yellowfin, white piece, solid white, tongol, or other specialty tuna; Blueback, chum salmon, sockeye salmon, red, royal, wild or coho salmon
- Flakes or grated; low sodium content; choose whimsical and/or solid
- organic
- Fish containing flavorings, spices or ingredients other than salt, oil or water
- Gourmet, filleted, fresh, dried, frozen or smoked fish
- Bags or foil bags
- Custom Portion Sachets
- Fish and cracker combinations or fish pastes
HOW TO BUY 30 OZ FISH
WIC WIC AGREEMENT
What does WIC expect from me?
• Buy WIC Approved Products : I will only buy products that are on my WIC shopping list with my eWIC card.
I will only use these products for the person included in the program.
• Use WIC benefits correctly: I will follow the WIC program and purchase rules when using WIC benefits. I will not sell, trade, give away or trade WIC benefits, food, or formula purchased with WIC benefits.
• I will keep all receipts for food or formula that are identical to WIC-issued receipts that I buy privately: These receipts will be the documentation that I can provide to the WIC program, if required, to prove that I do not sell, trade, give away, or trade food or formula provided by WIC.
• I will not exchange mix in the shop. I will return any unused formula or infant formula to WIC. I will be careful with my WIC benefits. If they are lost or stolen, I will notify the local WIC clinic immediately. I understand that I will not receive replacement benefits if they are lost or stolen.
• Attend one WIC clinic at a time: I will only receive benefits at one clinic at a time.
If I move out of state, I can ask for a transfer.
• Come to see WIC: I will come to see you or call ahead if I can't make an appointment.
• Common courtesy: I will treat WIC and grocery store staff with courtesy and respect. I understand that if I, my guardian, or anyone who buys benefits on my behalf verbally abuse, abuse, threaten, or physically harm a WIC employee or grocery store employees, my family may lose WIC benefits.
What can I expect from WIC?
• WIC Products: If I am eligible for WIC, I will get WIC benefits for buying healthy foods at the grocery store. I understand that WIC is an optional program and does not provide all meals or formula needed per month.
• Nutrition and breastfeeding information: WIC will give me advice on healthy eating and being active. The WIC program will give me breastfeeding support.
• Health Information: WIC will help me find a doctor and refer me to other services if necessary.
• Fair Treatment: WIC staff will treat me with courtesy and respect. I have the right to ask for a fair hearing if I disagree with a decision about my eligibility for WIC. I understand that I must ask for a fair hearing by writing or calling my local WIC clinic or public WIC clinic within 60 days of receiving the letter stating my eligibility for WIC. If I have any comments about my local WIC clinic, I can contact the state WIC program. Address: 350 Capitol Street, Room 519, Charleston, WV 25301. Telephone number (304) 558-0030.
By participating in the WIC program, I understand and agree
• All information I give to WIC is correct. WIC staff may review any of this information from time to time.
• If I break the rules or make false statements or intentionally misrepresent, hide, or withhold facts about my WIC eligibility, I understand that:
- I or my child could be taken out of WIC and have to pay back my money WIC for food, formula, or pumps that I should not have received or that I have sold or traded.
• I will report any changes to my address, phone number, income, family size, Medicaid eligibility, or no longer breastfeeding immediately.
• I allow WIC to take my or my child's height and weight, and a small amount of blood to check my or my child's iron levels. I understand that this information is necessary to determine eligibility for WIC.
• WIC will keep information about me or my child(ren) confidential and will only share
information needed to determine eligibility and referral to other services.
• WIC staff may share information with my health care provider, another WIC clinic, or health, education, and social services programs.
• My information may also be used for quality assurance assessments.
WIC programs.
• I have been informed and I understand my rights and obligations. WIC will keep information about me or my child(ren) confidential and will only share information necessary to determine eligibility and referral to other services.
