Can I Buy Protein Drinks With My EBT Card? The Label Is Key
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), SNAP benefits, distributed via EBT cards, can be used for most foods intended for home consumption. This includes many types of protein drinks, but with a critical distinction based on the product's label. The key to knowing if EBT will pay for protein drinks lies in checking whether the product has a "Nutrition Facts" label, making it eligible as a food item, or a "Supplement Facts" label, which disqualifies it.
