Effective Hiccup Relief: Proven Methods & When to See a Doctor

There are many ways to stop hiccups. Here are a few tips:

* Hold your breath for as long as you can.

* Drink a glass of water upside down.

* Gargle with salt water.

* Pull on your tongue.

* Press on your diaphragm.

* Blow into a paper bag.

* Eat a spoonful of sugar.

* Have someone scare you.

If your hiccups last for more than 48 hours, you should see a doctor.