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Rest-ZZZ Melatonin-Free

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(75 ratings)
GABA 100 mg
Valerian 100 mg
Hawthorn 100 mg
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Score68
A broad melatonin-free calming blend with sensible ingredients, but modest doses and premium cost weaken the value.
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Quantity:60 Capsule(s) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Sleep Support
Stress Relief

Score 68

A broad melatonin-free calming blend with sensible ingredients, but modest doses and premium cost weaken the value.
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$28.99($0.96 per serving)
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Analysis

Chamomile and passionflower lead a broad calming formula, with GABA, valerian, and lemon balm adding related pathways. Magnesium amino acid complex provides a modest mineral contribution without making the blend heavily dosed.

The melatonin-free design suits people who prefer not to use a hormone-based sleep signal. Valerian and hawthorn lack standardization, and GABA uses a basic source with no delivery advantage.

Two capsules deliver a relatively costly serving. The formula may still appeal to users who want several gentle ingredients and accept that the exact potency of the plant extracts is uncertain.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking melatonin-free nighttime support
  • People who prefer a multi-herb relaxation formula
Best for
  • Evening relaxation
  • Stress-related difficulty settling down
  • Users avoiding melatonin

Pros

  • Melatonin-free design
  • Includes chamomile and passionflower
  • Adds magnesium and GABA
  • Multiple calming pathways

Cons

  • Valerian is lightly dosed
  • Extract standardization is limited
  • High serving cost
  • Two capsules required

Warnings

  • Valerian, chamomile, passionflower, lemon balm, and GABA may add to alcohol, sleep medicines, or other sedatives and impair alertness.
  • Do not drive or operate machinery after taking the nighttime blend.
  • Hawthorn may interact with blood-pressure, nitrate, or cardiac medicines.
  • Chamomile may trigger a reaction in people with a strong ragweed-family allergy.

Nutrient quality

71 High impact

Magnesium has an identified complex, while several calming extracts lack standardization. Most calming ingredients are modest rather than fully targeted standalone amounts, and the blend is clearly designed for melatonin-free nighttime relaxation.

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Ingredient transparency

81 Highest impact

Every listed active has a specific amount and no proprietary blend obscures the formula. Complete intake directions and inactive ingredients are not supplied, leaving part of the label unverified.

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Customer satisfaction

59 Moderate impact

The supplied aggregate satisfaction level is positive but trails stronger peers. The limited feedback volume leaves more uncertainty than established peers.

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Value for money

54 Moderate impact

The premium cost is difficult to justify with mostly modest and unstandardized actives. The serving cost is high for the effective depth provided, and better-dosed or better-standardized sleep blends may offer stronger value.

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Goals

Sleep Support
Sleep Support
Impact
High effect
A- Goal FitC+ Strength of SupportB+ CoverageC+ Formula Quality
Magnesium · 100 mg

Magnesium, chamomile, passionflower, GABA, valerian, and lemon balm form a clearly sleep-focused, melatonin-free blend. The formula covers nervous-system relaxation and several traditional calming pathways.

Most individual amounts are disclosed, but magnesium is modest and several botanicals lack extract standardization. Many calming ingredients are used at moderate amounts, which makes the formula broad but less deep than a few fully dosed actives.

Study evidence
GABA Supportive 4 studies
Magnesium Supportive 23 studies
Valerian Supportive 31 studies
Stress Relief
Stress Relief
Impact
High effect
B+ Goal FitB- Strength of SupportB- CoverageB Formula Quality
Magnesium · 100 mgGABA · 100 mg

GABA, chamomile, passionflower, valerian, and lemon balm form a broad calming and nighttime blend. Magnesium provides additional mineral-based relaxation support.

Most botanical amounts are modest and several extracts lack potency standardization. The combination may cause drowsiness and should not be mixed casually with alcohol or other sedatives.

Study evidence
GABA Supportive 6 studies
Magnesium Supportive 13 studies
Valerian Supportive 18 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Magnesium (Magnesium Amino Acid Complex)
 100 mg
Chamomile flower extract
200 mg
Passion Flower extract (Flavonoids)
 175 mg
GABA
100 mg
Hawthorn
100 mg
Valerian root extract
100 mg
Lemon Balm
50 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
GABA · 100 mg OverallScore67
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

The disclosed GABA amount is appropriate for a multi-herb sleep blend but not for standalone use. Standard unbranded GABA in a capsule offers no premium source or delivery advantage. The serving cost is high relative to the active amount.

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Valerian · 100 mg OverallScore53
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The extract is identifiable but not characterized for concentration or active strength. The 100 mg extract amount is modest and likely secondary to the other sleep ingredients. Low valerian content and missing standardization weaken value at the premium cost.

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Hawthorn · 100 mg OverallScore19
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

A small amount of unstandardized hawthorn plays a secondary role in this sleep-focused blend. Plant part, species, and active markers are absent, so hawthorn quality cannot be verified closely. The low dose and high serving cost make it a weak fit for dedicated hawthorn use.

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94 Performance

Best-Rest Formula

Pure Encapsulations
Branded theanine, active vitamin B6, substantial GABA, valerian, and several calming herbs provide much greater sleep depth and disclosure. Melatonin changes the intended format, and incomplete botanical standardization plus additive sedation remain concerns.
91 Performance

Best-Rest Formula

Pure Encapsulations
Valerian, GABA, theanine, melatonin, lemon balm, passionflower, chamomile, and hops cover more nighttime pathways at generally larger amounts. Its premium serving and melatonin use are trade-offs for people choosing the original specifically to avoid melatonin.
85 Performance

Insomnitol

Designs for Health
Multiple clearly dosed calming ingredients provide stronger nighttime relaxation support than the original’s modest blend. The high serving cost, broad sedative stack, and serotonin interaction risk from 5-HTP reduce suitability.
77 Budget

True Calm

NOW
GABA, glycine, taurine, inositol, and valerian provide a coherent melatonin-free calming blend at a much lower serving cost. Most amounts are modest and the formula omits hawthorn, chamomile, passionflower, lemon balm, and magnesium.
89 Budget

Sleep Optimizer

Jarrow Formulas
Valerian, tryptophan, GABA, calming herbs, and low-dose melatonin provide stronger sleep depth at a lower serving cost. It is not melatonin-free and lacks the original hawthorn and magnesium.
87 Budget

Power to Sleep PM

Irwin Naturals
Valerian, ashwagandha, hops, lemon balm, passionflower, and melatonin create broad nighttime coverage for less per serving. GABA and theanine are modest, and the formula does not preserve the original melatonin-free design.
91 Value

Sleep

NOW
Substantial valerian, hops, passionflower, and GABA improve active depth at a much lower serving cost while remaining melatonin-free. Hawthorn, chamomile, lemon balm, and magnesium are absent, and botanical marker percentages are unclear.
84 Value

Sleep Support

The Vitamin Shoppe
Theanine, GABA, melatonin, 5-HTP, and valerian offer stronger sleep-oriented doses at a lower serving cost. Raw valerian is less concentrated, and 5-HTP can interact with serotonin-raising medicines.
83 Value

NutraSleep

Source Naturals Sleep Science
GABA, taurine, inositol, magnesium, and several calming herbs provide broader nighttime support for less per serving. The combined sedatives may impair alertness, and the magnesium amount may cause digestive upset.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Safety and Efficacy of Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid from Fermented Rice Germ in Patients with Insomnia Symptoms: A Randomized, Double-Blind Trial.
    Byun JI; Shin YY; Chung SE; Shin WC · Journal of clinical neurology (Seoul, Korea) · 2020
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forGABA
  2. Reduced γ-aminobutyric acid in occipital and anterior cingulate cortices in primary insomnia: a link to major depressive disorder?
    Plante DT; Jensen JE; Schoerning L; Winkelman JW · Neuropsychopharmacology : official publication of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology · 2012
    Case-control study40 participantsSleep Support forGABA
  3. Effects of Passiflora incarnata and Valeriana officinalis in the control of anxiety due to tooth extraction: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Velasquez ACA; Tsuji M; Dos Santos Cordeiro L; Petinati MFP; Rebellato NLB; Sebastiani AM; da Costa DJ; Scariot R · Oral and maxillofacial surgery · 2024
    Randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  4. Assessment of Valeriana officinalis l. (Valerian) for Conscious Sedation of Patients During the Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars: A Randomized, Split-Mouth, Double-Blind, Crossover Study.
    Farah GJ; Ferreira GZ; Danieletto-Zanna CF; Luppi CR; Jacomacci WP · Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons · 2020
    Randomized trial20 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  5. Oral intake of γ-aminobutyric acid affects mood and activities of central nervous system during stressed condition induced by mental tasks.
    Yoto A; Murao S; Motoki M; Yokoyama Y; Horie N; Takeshima K; Masuda K; Kim M; Yokogoshi H · Amino acids · 2012
    Randomized trial63 participantsStress Relief forGABA
  6. GABA Supplementation, Increased Heart-Rate Variability, Emotional Response, Sleep Efficiency and Reduced Depression in Sedentary Overweight Women Undergoing Physical Exercise: Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Trial.
    Guimarães AP; Seidel H; Pires LVM; Trindade CO; Baleeiro RDS; Souza PM; Silva FGDE; Coelho DB; Becker LK; Oliveira EC · Journal of dietary supplements · 2024
    Randomized trial30 participantsStress Relief Sleep Support forGABA
  7. Analysis of the Effects of Known Sleep-Support Supplements in Relation to Life Habits, Sleep Conditions, and Sleep Problems.
    Imafuku F; Yamamoto K; Tanaka E; Aoki R; Nishino S · Nutrients · 2023
    Randomized trial160 participantsSleep Support forGABA
  8. Effects of magnesium and potassium supplementation on insomnia and sleep hormones in patients with diabetes mellitus.
    Khalid S; Bashir S; Mehboob R; Anwar T; Ali M; Hashim M; Waseem H; Basharat S · Frontiers in endocrinology · 2024
    Randomized trial320 participantsSleep Support forMagnesium
  9. Association of magnesium intake with sleep duration and sleep quality: findings from the CARDIA study.
    Zhang Y; Chen C; Lu L; Knutson KL; Carnethon MR; Fly AD; Luo J; Haas DM; Shikany JM; Kahe K · Sleep · 2022
    Cohort study3,964 participantsSleep Support forMagnesium
  10. Lidocaine vs. magnesium: effect on analgesia after a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
    Saadawy IM; Kaki AM; Abd El Latif AA; Abd-Elmaksoud AM; Tolba OM · Acta anaesthesiologica Scandinavica · 2010
    Randomized trial120 participantsSleep Support forMagnesium
  11. The effect of magnesium supplementation on primary insomnia in elderly: A double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial.
    Abbasi B; Kimiagar M; Sadeghniiat K; Shirazi MM; Hedayati M; Rashidkhani B · Journal of research in medical sciences : the official journal of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences · 2013
    Randomized trial46 participantsSleep Support forMagnesium
  12. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study assessing the efficacy of magnesium oxide monohydrate in the treatment of nocturnal leg cramps.
    Barna O; Lohoida P; Holovchenko Y; Bazylevych A; Velychko V; Hovbakh I; Bula L; Shechter M · Nutrition journal · 2021
    Randomized trial175 participantsSleep Support forMagnesium
  13. Standardized Extract of Valeriana officinalis Improves Overall Sleep Quality in Human Subjects with Sleep Complaints: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study.
    Chandra Shekhar H; Joshua L; Thomas JV · Advances in therapy · 2024
    Randomized trial80 participantsSleep Support Stress Relief forValerian
  14. Comparison the effect of valerian and gabapentin on RLS and sleep quality in hemodialysis patients: A randomized clinical trial.
    Hajizadeh I; Jamshidi M; Kazemi M; Kargar H; Sadeghi T · Therapeutic apheresis and dialysis : official peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Dialysis Therapy · 2023
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  15. Efficacy and tolerability of valerian extract LI 156 compared with oxazepam in the treatment of non-organic insomnia--a randomized, double-blind, comparative clinical study.
    Ziegler G; Ploch M; Miettinen-Baumann A; Collet W · European journal of medical research · 2003
    Randomized trial202 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  16. Effects of a Valerian-Hops Extract Combination (Ze 91019) on Sleep Duration and Daytime Cognitive and Psychological Parameters in Occasional Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial.
    Schicktanz N; Gerhards C; Schlitt T; Aerni A; Müggler E; de Quervain D; Papassotiropoulos A; Boonen G; Drewe J; Butterweck V · Brain and behavior · 2025
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  17. Valerian for sleep: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Bent S; Padula A; Moore D; Patterson M; Mehling W · The American journal of medicine · 2006
    Meta-analysis1,093 participants16 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  18. Relieving occupational fatigue by consumption of a beverage containing γ-amino butyric acid.
    Kanehira T; Nakamura Y; Nakamura K; Horie K; Horie N; Furugori K; Sauchi Y; Yokogoshi H · Journal of nutritional science and vitaminology · 2011
    Clinical trial30 participantsStress Relief forGABA
  19. Cortical gamma-aminobutyric acid and glutamate in posttraumatic stress disorder and their relationships to self-reported sleep quality.
    Meyerhoff DJ; Mon A; Metzler T; Neylan TC · Sleep · 2014
    Case-control study45 participantsStress Relief forGABA
  20. Comparison of the effects of two amino acids, Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and L-theanine, on sedation, anxiety, and cognition in preoperative surgical patients - A randomized controlled study.
    Deshpande SS; Kurdi M; Baiju A; Athira AS; Sarasamma AG; Gangadharan AK · Journal of anaesthesiology, clinical pharmacology · 2025
    Randomized trial168 participantsStress Relief forGABA
  21. Role of magnesium supplementation in the treatment of depression: A randomized clinical trial.
    Tarleton EK; Littenberg B; MacLean CD; Kennedy AG; Daley C · PloS one · 2017
    Randomized trial126 participantsStress Relief forMagnesium
  22. Effects of Intravenous Esketamine or Magnesium Sulfate on Early Postoperative Negative Emotions and Pain in Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
    Wang L; Zhou J; Liu Q; Qian K; Wang L; Xie C · Therapeutics and clinical risk management · 2026
    Randomized trial137 participantsStress Relief forMagnesium
  23. Effect of short-term magnesium supplementation on anxiety, depression and sleep quality in patients after open-heart surgery.
    Saba S; Faizi F; Sepandi M; Nehrir B · Magnesium research · 2022
    Non-randomized trial60 participantsStress Relief forMagnesium
  24. Effects of dry needling compared to magnesium infiltration in trigger points for patients with myofascial pain syndrome: a randomized controlled study in Tunisia.
    Dhouibi J; Moncer R; Kalbousi N; Gaddour M; Laayouni S; Ouanes W; Kacem B; Jemni S · Korean journal of family medicine · 2026
    Randomized trial45 participantsStress Relief forMagnesium
  25. Effect of magnesium and vitamin B6 supplementation on mental health and quality of life in stressed healthy adults: Post-hoc analysis of a randomised controlled trial.
    Noah L; Dye L; Bois De Fer B; Mazur A; Pickering G; Pouteau E · Stress and health : journal of the International Society for the Investigation of Stress · 2021
    Randomized trialStress Relief forMagnesium
  26. Effectiveness and safety of oral sedation in adult patients undergoing dental procedures: a systematic review.
    Araújo JO; Bergamaschi CC; Lopes LC; Guimarães CC; de Andrade NK; Ramacciato JC; Motta RHL · BMJ open · 2021
    Systematic review327 participants12 studies pooledStress Relief forValerian
  27. Effect of kava and valerian on human physiological and psychological responses to mental stress assessed under laboratory conditions.
    Cropley M; Cave Z; Ellis J; Middleton RW · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2002
    Non-randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  28. Stress-induced insomnia treated with kava and valerian: singly and in combination.
    Wheatley D · Human psychopharmacology · 2019
    Single-arm trial24 participantsStress Relief forValerian