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Originally Posted by derrell
Since at the point where the virus takes control, the host is no longer alive it might be possible that the virus mimics, although not well, the functions of the hosts nervous system and other systems as well. Since to be able to move and eat the musculature of the zombie has to be getting energy from somewhere. In between feedings the virus could be actually feeding on the nonessential portions of the host body to provide the energy to keep up the search for food and other potential hosts.
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This would suggest a Zombie is not simply decomposing, but in essence, also going through a process of cellular self-cannibalism. This is brilliant in its inherent logic. An undead organism is probably incapable of normal digestion and the creation of fat cells for energy storage. The internal consumption of what is now basically nonessential tissue matter would rectify this situation.
If this is true, it could be the game changer we've been looking for.
You ask why?
Think about it. If it's not just normal decay that leads to a Zombie's state of decomposition but also the internal consumption of the host's own tissue for energy utilization, then a Zombie will decay faster if its metabolism is increased. I know it would be useless to get the undead interested in aerobics or speed walking, but perhaps there are other methods. Certain diet pills of the past were used to increase metabolism but were banned due to heart attack risk. Could these banned substances be the true "kryptonite" to any Zombie?