WIC provides nutritional supplements to which groups?

• A. Nutritionally at risk, low-income pregnant women until 6 weeks postpartum, breastfeeding mothers until an infant's first birthday, and children up to age 5
• B. All women who are pregnant
• C. All adults with low income
• D. Children under 12 regardless of nutrition status

Answer: (A)

WIC focuses on nutritionally at-risk populations among low-income women and young children, delivering supplemental foods, nutrition education, and referrals. The groups covered are nutritionally at risk, low-income pregnant women until 6 weeks postpartum, breastfeeding mothers until the infant’s first birthday, and children up to age 5. This targeted eligibility helps ensure that the program reaches those most in need and at risk for poor pregnancy outcomes or early childhood nutrition problems. It isn’t extended to all pregnant women, all low-income adults, or all children under 12, since WIC resources are limited and are reserved for those who meet the specific risk and age criteria.