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Hiccups result from involuntary spasms of the diaphragm. Many people get them after meals, and they can go on for hours if not brought to a halt. These tricks can bring a case of the hiccups to a welcome end. Success varies depending on the individual's response and the severity of the hiccups. Find the technique that works best for you and stick with it.
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Comments
Anonymous said
on 6/30/2006 Take a glass of water with a straw, drink through the straw while holding your ears closed. If you're very adept and don't have a straw, you can plug your ears with your thumbs and pick up the glass with your fingertips. I have no idea why it works, but it does for me, every time.
Anonymous said
on 10/1/2007 Grab a glass of water and light a match. Put the flame out in the glass of water, and drink the water.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Hyperventilate until you feel dizzy. It sounds stupid and weird, but it works. Try it and see for yourself.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 I got hiccups while I was sleeping! I managed to get them to stop by holding my breath. They then came back again! I tried drinking water and it seemed to slow it down, but it didn't work. So finally I tilted my head back and drank the water, and after 1 cup they stopped!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Eating a tablespoon of peanut butter has been very effective in stopping hiccups for my family.