Of all the different types of anemia and possible causes, iron-deficiency anemia is the most common form, with blood loss and low dietary intake of iron-rich foods being the two most common causes. Iron-deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia are the most common nutritional problems in children from 6 months to 3 years of age. It is especially prevalent among low-income women, infants, and children, clients who are served by WIC.

Rest assured, the WIC Program is here to help support your clients by emphasizing the importance of iron intake, providing nutrition education, and addressing situations of inadequate dietary intake by providing nutritious, iron-rich foods.