3 best ways to stop hiccups

UAportal shares useful tips to help overcome hiccups. They help to get rid of an annoying problem.

Breath-holding technique

Take a deep breath and hold your breath for as long as is comfortable. By increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the blood, this method can help stop the diaphragm spasm that causes hiccups. After holding your breath, exhale slowly and repeat the process several times if necessary.

Drinking cold water

Another method worth considering is drinking ice water. Cold water sends calming signals to the diaphragmatic nerves, which help stop the spasms that cause hiccups. The shock of the cold temperature can bring relief to many people.

Pressure point method

An unconventional but effective way to stop hiccups is to apply pressure to certain points on the body. For example, lightly pressing on the point between the upper lip and nose can stimulate the diaphragmatic nerve, which can help stop the diaphragm spasms that cause hiccups. Additionally, pressing on a soft spot just above the breastbone brings relief to some people.

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