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Why are white potatoes not included as WIC foods?

April 26, 2017foods included potatoes white WIC

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Why are white potatoes not included as WIC foods?

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Research shows that Americans already eat enough starchy vegetables. So to encourage participants to eat a wider variety of fruits and vegetables, WIC decided not to approve any type of white potatoes. Keep in mind that yams and sweet potatoes are allowed.