Ways to Get Rid of Hiccups Instantly

We all dread those perky hiccups that strike us when we least expects them. Although they don’t cause any real harm, hiccups can be quite unpleasant, especially when you’re amidst a crowd. We’re sure you’ve been in this situation before but do you know how to get out of it? Read on to know about a few ways to get rid of hiccups instantly.

When struck with hiccups, gobble up on a spoon of sugar. This works effectively to stop hiccups.

• You can also try sticking out your tongue as much as you can to stop the hiccups. Doing so stimulates the part of the throat that’s connected to the nasal passage and the opening between the vocal cords thus stopping the hiccups. 

• Distracting yourself will help stop the hiccups too. Reader's Digest Canada suggests that you squeeze your palm hard to distract your nervous system.

• Close your ears with your finger to stop hiccups.

• Get someone to scare or surprise you suddenly. This will overwhelm the vagus nerve and stop the hiccups. 

• Inhale and swallow air alternatively without exhaling. Now quickly hold your nose to shut it. Hold this until you can before you exhale.

• Hold your nose and try to gulp some water. This can also help relieve the hiccups.

 source: healthmeup