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Increased Breastfeeding in WIC Would Increase Federal Costs but Lower Health Related Costs for WIC Households

March 13, 2019 Victor Oliveira, Food Economics Division, Economic Research Service

Breastfeeding rates in the United States fall short of those recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and other U.S. health organizations. If breastfeeding in the U.S. increased to medically recommended levels, what would be the economic impact on Federal programs?

Research and Science

Start Simple with MyPlate during National Nutrition Month

March 13, 2019 Melissa Ciampo, RD, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, USDA Food and Nutrition Service

National Nutrition Month® is a great time to focus on your health goals! To lend support along the way, MyPlate is here with our latest initiative – Start Simple with MyPlate.

Food and Nutrition