You want to lose weight, eat sweet stuff, and still feel like you have a pulse by 3pm? Welcome to Skeleton City—where fruit is king, sugar isn’t a dirty word, and your only compass is your own body (not an app or a grumpy scale). If you’ve ever dreamed of a weight loss plan that’s as simple as “eat fruit, feel good, repeat,” then the Skeleton Diet and its legendary Pyramid are about to become your new best friends.
Inspired by Skeleton City’s YouTube wisdom, this plan is both delicious and flexible. It’s all about whole food sugar, listening to your body, and moving up and down the Pyramid like a fruit-fueled Indiana Jones.
The Skeleton Pyramid: Four Tiers to Rule Them All
Tier 1: Fastest Weight Loss (Fruit Fanatic Mode)
- What you eat:
All sweet fruit (bananas, dates, apples, oranges, kiwis, etc.), fruit juice, vegetables, and (optionally) table sugar for taste/energy. - What you skip:
No starches, no fats, no protein foods, no caffeine. - Pro tip:
If weight loss stalls, cut back on bananas/dates. - How it feels:
You’re basically a fruit bat with a gym membership.
Tier 2: Slower Weight Loss, More Satiation (Starch It Up)
- What you eat:
Everything from Tier 1, plus starches (rice, potatoes, pasta, oatmeal, etc.). - What you skip:
Still no fats or protein bombs. - Pro tip:
If you start feeling too full (or the scale stops moving), go back to Tier 1. - How it feels:
You’re a fruit bat with a side hustle as a potato.
Tier 3: Maintenance Zone (Chill Mode)
- What you eat:
Everything from Tiers 1 & 2, plus light fat and protein (avocado, nuts, seeds, tofu, etc.). - What you skip:
Don’t go wild—keep portions reasonable. - Pro tip:
This is your “forever” tier once you hit your goal weight. - How it feels:
Balanced, energized, and still plant-powered.
Tier 4: Indulgence/Cheat Zone (YOLO Mode)
- What you eat:
Treats, processed foods, restaurant meals, alcohol—whatever rocks your vegan socks. - What you skip:
Guilt. - Pro tip:
After indulging, just hop back up to Tier 1 or 2 to reset. - How it feels:
Like a birthday party, but you know how to get back on track.
How Much Should You Eat? The Body’s Compass
Forget calorie counting and macro spreadsheets. The Skeleton Diet uses your “body’s compass”:
- Energy: You should feel good—no zombie vibes.
- Scale: It should move the way you want (down for weight loss, stable for maintenance).
- Adjust:
- If you’re energized and losing weight—keep going.
- If you stall, reduce portions or move up a tier (cut starches if needed).
- If you’re tired, eat a bit more or move to a less restrictive tier.
- No caffeine: The diet’s designed for steady, natural energy.
Check out How much to eat – Skeleton City for a quick guide.
Sample Daily Routine (Tier 1 Example)
- Breakfast: Fruit juice or a bowl of mixed sweet fruit
- Snack: More fruit or veggie juice
- Lunch: A mountain of sweet fruit, optional steamed veggies
- Snack: Dates or another sweet fruit
- Dinner: Steamed or raw veggies, more fruit
- Optional: A sprinkle of table sugar on tart fruit or in your drink for a little extra zing
Tier 2: Toss in a serving of rice, potatoes, or oatmeal to lunch or dinner.
Why Does It Work? (And Why Is It Called “Skeleton”?)
The creator lost 60+ pounds and kept it off by sticking to the Pyramid’s simple rules (watch the story here). The diet’s name is a nod to stripping things down to the bare (but sweet) essentials. You eat real food, listen to your body, and never need to fear a fruit salad again.
Key Points & Power Moves
- All sweet fruit is allowed in Tier 1 (except avocado).
- Bananas/dates are fine, but cut back if you stop losing weight.
- Adjust based on your energy and the scale—no rigid tracking.
- Move between tiers for weight loss, maintenance, or a treat.
- No caffeine—enjoy steady, natural energy.
- If you indulge, just reset by going back to Tier 1 or 2.
The Bottom Line
The Skeleton City Pyramid is the ultimate whole food sugar diet for vegans: simple, flexible, and powered by fruit. Start strict for weight loss, add starches for fullness, and introduce a little fat/protein for maintenance. Use your body’s compass, not your phone, to guide you. And when life hands you cake? Enjoy it, then climb back up the Pyramid.
Stay sweet, stay strong, and may your fruit bowl always overflow.
— Scott
VeganDadDaily.com