The Effect of Participation in the WIC Program on Preschoolers’ Diets

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Siega-Riz, Anna Maria; Kranz, Sibylle; Blanchette, Dan; Haines, Pamela S.; Guilkey, David K.; & Popkin, Barry M. (2004). The Effect of Participation in the WIC Program on Preschoolers' Diets. Journal of Pediatrics, 144(2), 229-234.

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate nutrient, food intake, and snacking behavior by participation in the WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) program.
Study design: Secondary data analysis of a nationally representative cross-sectional survey conducted by USDA in 1994 to 1996 and 1998.
Methods: Statistical analysis was performed correcting for sample design effects and weighting for children in two income groups (<130%, n = 1772 and 130% to 185% of poverty, n = 689).
Results: Among WIC participants, the prevalence of snacking was significantly lower (68%) compared with nonparticipants (72%) (

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2003.10.052

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Journal Article

Year Published

2004

Journal Title

Journal of Pediatrics

Author(s)

Siega-Riz, Anna Maria
Kranz, Sibylle
Blanchette, Dan
Haines, Pamela S.
Guilkey, David K.
Popkin, Barry M.

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Siega-Riz - 0000-0002-1303-4248
Popkin - 0000-0001-9495-9324