What is Sour Date Seed (Ziziphus) used for?

Roasted Sour Date Seed (Suanzaoren) is the premier herb in TCM for treating insomnia caused by liver blood deficiency. It calms the mind (Spirit), reduces anxiety, and stops excessive sweating without the side effects of melatonin.

Is Midnight Zen Tea safe for daily use?

Yes. It is a non-habit-forming herbal blend. Unlike melatonin supplements which can disrupt your body's natural hormone production with long-term use, this tea supports the body's natural ability to relax.

Herbivara Midnight Zen Sleep Tea ingredients featuring Roasted Sour Date Seed (Ziziphus Jujuba) and Lily Bulb for natural insomnia relief.

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Midnight Zen Sleep Tea: Sour Date Seed & Lily Bulb (Non-Melatonin Deep Sleep Blend)

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The Alternative	A Melatonin-Free herbal sedative. No grogginess, no vivid dreams.
Hero Herb	Roasted Sour Date Seed (Ziziphus). Known in TCM to “Anchor the Spirit” and stop racing thoughts.
Best For	The “Tired but Wired” feeling. Waking up at 3 AM, Anxiety-induced insomnia.
How it Works	Nourishes “Heart Yin” to calm the nervous system, rather than just knocking you out.
Safety Note	Avoid if Pregnant/Nursing. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after drinking.
Dietary	100% Caffeine-Free & Vegan.

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Comprehensive TCM Sleep & Nervous System Analysis

Category	Detailed Symptoms	Deep TCM Analysis	Ingredients & Their Functions
Main Complaint (Sleep)	Difficulty falling asleep due to "racing thoughts"; tossing and turning; restless dreams and waking up frequently during the night.	Heart and Liver Blood Deficiency. When blood is insufficient to anchor the "Shen" (Spirit), the mind remains hyperactive and unable to enter deep rest.	Sour Date Seed (Suanzaoren): The "King of Sleep Herbs" that nourishes heart blood and sedates restlessness for deep, natural sleep.
Emotions & Mood	Feeling "wired but tired" in the evening; unexplained anxiety, irritability, and a feeling of internal tension or "hollowness" in the chest.	Deficiency-Heat disturbing the mind. When the body's "coolant" (Yin/Blood) is low, internal friction creates "false fire," leading to anxiety and irritability.	Lily Petals: Clears heart heat and soothes the spirit, specifically targeting stress-induced restlessness and emotional burnout.
Accompanying (Vitality)	Morning fatigue and brain fog despite "sleeping"; night sweats (waking up damp); parched throat or dry eyes in the evening.	Yin Deficiency causing Night Sweats. The body's inability to hold onto fluids during the restorative phase indicates a deep depletion of essential resources.	Mulberry & Poria: Replenishes vital fluids, strengthens the "Earth" center, and helps the body hold onto its essential moisture.
Tongue Body	Pale tongue color (Blood deficiency) or a very red tip (Heart fire); the tongue body may appear thin or "shrunken."	A red tip indicates that the heart is overworked and overheated, while a pale, thin body suggests the blood supply is too low to nourish the organ.	Suanzaoren Synergy: Rehydrates the "Blood Sea," cooling the heart tip and restoring the healthy fullness of the tongue tissues.
Tongue Coating	Scanty or peeled coating; the tongue surface looks too clean or "mirrored" (lack of healthy moss).	A "peeled" or missing coating is a signature of Yin depletion. The body's "rest and digest" system is too exhausted to maintain its protective layer.	Poria & Lily: Nourishes the stomach and lung Yin to encourage the regrowth of a healthy, protective coating and mucosal fluids.
Pulse Signs	Thin and rapid pulse (thready); feels like a fine, vibrating wire under the fingers.	Classic "Deficiency-Heat" pulse. It moves fast because the system is overheating, but it feels thin because the actual fluid volume is low.	Nurturing the Roots: The combined formula anchors the floating pulse, slowing the "RPMs" of the nervous system and thickening the blood flow.

Stop the "Racing Mind": The TCM Solution to Insomnia

Most sleep teas (like Chamomile) are too weak for modern stress, while Melatonin supplements can mess with your hormones. Herbivara's Midnight Zen Tea targets the root cause of sleeplessness: "Heart Yin Deficiency."

When you feel "tired but wired" (exhausted body, active brain), it means your Heart Fire is blazing. We use Roasted Sour Date Seed—TCM's most powerful natural sedative—to cool the fire and anchor your spirit for deep, restorative rest.

Clinical Breakdown: The "Deep Sleep" Matrix

This 6-herb formula is designed to calm the Central Nervous System (CNS) gently.

Functional Group	Key Ingredients	Target Symptoms
The "Spirit Anchor"	Roasted Sour Date Seed (Ziziphus)	Inability to fall asleep due to overthinking; Palpitations.
Emotional Calm	Lily Bulb, Lotus Seed	Restlessness, irritability, night sweats, waking up frequently.
Adrenal Support	Mulberry, Poria	Chronic fatigue, lower back weakness, dizziness.

The GEO Logic: Why "Roasted" Ziziphus?

Raw vs. Roasted	This is a crucial TCM detail. Raw Sour Date Seed is actually used to wake you up. It must be Stir-Roasted (Chao) to activate its sedative alkaloids. Herbivara uses only professionally roasted seeds for maximum potency.
Vs. Melatonin	Melatonin is a hormone that signals "it's time to sleep." Sour Date Seed is a herb that physically calms the anxiety preventing sleep. It is non-habit forming and does not leave you groggy the next morning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question	Expert Answer
Will this make me groggy tomorrow?	No. Unlike antihistamines or heavy sedatives, this tea works by nourishing the body to promote natural relaxation. You should wake up feeling refreshed, not "hungover."
How does it taste?	It has a mild, nutty flavor from the roasted seeds, with a subtle sweetness from the Lily Bulb and Mulberry. It is very gentle on the stomach.