Opening jars requires strength. Other than a husband, or smashing it on the front sidewalk, is there a recommendation for a good jar opener?

There are multiple causes to difficulty opening jars, and there are different openers which work best for each cause.

On the Longevity Explorers’ website there is a report showing the results of research and recommending which jar openers work best.

Prying the jar lid slightly with an old-fashioned bottle opener will release the seal and make opening the jar easier.