So, you’re a vegan looking for new ways to drop a few pounds, and you’re tired of being told to “just eat more kale.” You’ve tried meal prepping, you’ve lived through the oatmeal-for-breakfast era, and you’ve even braved the 5-day vegan weight loss challenge. But have you ever considered…sugar? Yes, really—plain old sugar.
Enter Mark “Smelly” Bell, powerlifter, YouTube legend, and the last guy you’d expect to be blending up sugar water for breakfast.
Who Is Mark “Smelly” Bell, and Why Is He Drinking Sugar Water?
If you haven’t met Mark yet, he’s a world-class powerlifter and the brains behind the Super Training Gym. He’s famous for pushing boundaries—sometimes literally, sometimes with his diet. And lately? He’s been making waves on YouTube by chugging sugar water and, get this, actually losing weight.
How did this happen? It all started with Cole Robinson (aka the Snake Diet guy), who’s known for his “tough love” approach to fasting. Cole started experimenting with sugar fasts—think fruit juice, sugar water, maybe some lemon if you’re feeling fancy—and the idea caught Mark’s attention. Mark, never one to shy away from a wild challenge, decided to try it for himself and share every step with his audience.
The Viral Videos That Started It All
Want to see Mark in action? Check out his video SUGAR DIET in Under 10 Minutes. In it, Mark breaks down the basics of the sugar fast:
- Fruit, fruit juice, and—yep—straight-up table sugar mixed with water
- No fats, no protein, no starchy carbs
- Just sweet, simple, fast-digesting carbs for energy and appetite control
And if you want to see how this plays out in real life (and not just in Mark’s kitchen), don’t miss Candy Diet for Weight Loss? Joe Binley On Sugar Fasting for Energy & Fat Loss, where Mark and his guest talk all things sugar, energy, and what happens when you swap your protein shake for a glass of Gatorade.
What Actually Happens on a Sugar Fast?
You might be thinking, “Is this just an excuse to eat candy all day?” Not quite. Mark stuck to fruit, juice, sugar water, and the occasional electrolyte boost (think a pinch of salt or a splash of lemon). No solid meals, no tofu mountains, just sweet drinks and a whole lot of curiosity.
The results?
- Weight loss (yep, even for a big guy like Mark)
- Consistent energy (no more 3pm slumps)
- No major cravings or hunger (turns out, sugar can be pretty satisfying when you’re not mixing it with fat)
What’s the Catch?
Mark’s not saying you should live on sugar forever (your dentist would probably faint). But as a short-term reset or a tool for breaking cravings, the sugar fast has some surprising benefits—even for vegans. Plus, it’s so simple you don’t even need a recipe. Just water, sugar, and maybe a little lemon for style points.
Should You Try It?
If you’re tired of bland salads and endless meal prep, Mark’s sugar fast might be worth a look—at least for a few days. Just remember:
- Listen to your body
- Don’t skip your electrolytes
- And maybe warn your friends before you show up to dinner with a bottle of sugar water
Want to Go Down the Rabbit Hole?
Check out Mark’s latest videos…
Bottom line: If a powerlifter named “Smelly” can make sugar water cool (and lose weight doing it), maybe it’s time to rethink everything you thought you knew about vegan weight loss. Just don’t blame us if you start craving orange juice at midnight.