Originally Posted by
Hulk Smash
Maxout answered your question about how long the herbs must be taken for.
Further perspective is that whether or not it were a prop, there isn't much choice anyway.
Also consider that everyone's recovery journey is ultimately the unique path said man will carve out for himself. In other words, every mans discipline level is different and that level of discipline is what makes the difference not only in recovery but also life in general.
Do not base your path on the results of others. Remember that your mind, body and soul are unique. Yes you crashed like every man who took fin has BUT what each man rebuilds himself to is in no way equal.