The Effect on Dietary Quality of Participation in the Food Stamp and WIC Programs

[摘要] Participants in the Food Stamp Program have higher intake of meats, added sugars, and total fats, according to a regression analysis. However, food stamp use does not significantly change intake of fruits, vegetables, grains, or dairy products. Participants in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) have significantly lower intake of added sugars, which may reflect the substitution of WIC-supplied juices and cereals in place of higher sugar soft drinks and cereals. These findings come from a study of low-income Americans using the Continuing Survey of Food Intake by Individuals.

[发布日期] 2000-09-15 [发布机构] United States Department of Agriculture

[学科分类] 农业科学（综合）

[关键词] Nutrition assistance programs;food intake;dietary quality;Continuing Survey of Food Intake by Individuals (CSFII)