This reminds me of the following cure for vision problems.
“Okay, close your eyes. We’re going to try something that has helped a lot of other people.” Does nothing. Waits ten seconds while moving around a bit as if taking some valid action. “Okay, open your eyes. Any better.”
“Why yes, that’s amazing. What did you do?”
LOL
Not sure if I am going down the same path as you on this but it does remind me of going to the doctor and he telling me, “It’s good that you came in today”. Yes, because if I had waited another day, my body would have healed itself. I for one, hate to take medications unless I absolutely have to.
I do have friends that have going to detox retreats and felt a heck of a lot better. One had allergies and took pills for several years. After a 5 day retreat, they dumped the pills. Maybe it was just mind over matter.