Forrest Gump syndrome. The effect of propranolol in combating hypercatabolism

Introduction In 1994, the film Forrest Gump was released, starring actor Tom Hanks. The character possessed incredible kinesthetic adaptability, which enabled him to develop physical skills such as running, as well as the focus and concentration needed to play ping pong or reload weapons very quickly – all of which were caused by hypermetabolism, that […]