Cut the tops off of fresh strawberries.

In a medium sauce pan, add fresh or frozen strawberries (or other berries) and place over medium heat.

Allow to simmer for a few minutes until the juices start to come out of the berries.

With a potato masher or immersion blender, mash the berries until desired consistency.

Carefully, taste the jam. Use a spoon and scoop a small amount onto the spoon. Blow until it is cool enough to try without burning your mouth.

Add sweetener until desired sweetness is reached.

Turn off the heat and add lemon juice, zest, and chia seeds. Give it a good stir until well combined.

Allow to cool at room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

That’s it! Store the healthy jam in the fridge or freezer.