<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I was surprised to get so many responses to my comment/question on Maple Syrup. First - I'd like to apoligize if anyone took my posting as an attack on anyone on this list (one person suggested this in a very nicely worded note to me). It was not intended that way, only as an expression of my concern that how we word postings can sometimes be confusing or raise unneeded concerns. To the point: This ONLY deals with PURE MAPLE SYRUP - the fake stuff (which I will not touch when I can get the real thing) rarely has any content that has been within 50 feet of a maple tree. I think of these as Breakfast Syrup or Corn Syrup, not Maple Syrup. It may or may not be GF - I simply don't know. Check these for yourself. One person indicated that they knew of cream or lard that could be added ("Because the traditional way of boiling the sap includes the addition of lard or more recently cream, to calm the bubbles, this could unknowlingly affect those celiacs who are also: lactose intolerant and/or vegetarians. It also affects those who keep or follow kosher guidelines, or try to only eat foods that are hallel.") Note NO suggestion of gluten in this remark. Most others expressed surprise at this and several from maple syruping areas stated that nothing but pure maple syrup is in "pure" maple syrup. This is my experience in the northeast part of the US and Ontario. As I recall adding anything else may be a crime in some states or provinces if it is labeled "pure". However, I also know that this is a process that is often done in backyards by many individuals or small shops, so who knows what they may add. For those that are extremely sensitive or concerned, it may be worth purchasing syrup directly from the place where it is made so you can check with the "manufacturer" yourself. In summary, NO ONE WHO RESPONDED SUGGESTED THAT THERE WAS GLUTEN IN PURE MAPLE SYRUP. I know I have no problem with Pure Maple Syrup - it is one of natures greatest foods! One person also asked about chicken legs (which was mentioned in the original post) - I have no reason to believe that chicken legs are anything but chicken legs, but .... as the note at the top of all posts to this list states "Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation." Chris Woodcock Wayland MA