Author Matt Ruscigno speaks to audience at the Nurture Nature Center during Easton’s VegFest.

Author Matt Ruscigno spoke to a packed house about his book Plant-Based Sports Nutrition on Saturday, September 7 during Easton’s VegFest. Ruscigno is a vegan athlete and Registered Dietician who highlighted some strategies for fueling success in sports with a plant-based diet. In addition, Ruscigno grew up in the Lehigh Valley and first started exploring vegan options in the stores and restaurants in this area. It was great to hear more about how to choose foods that can bring both health and environmental benefits.