Hold your breath for 10 to 20 seconds
Sip cold water slowly
Gargle with ice water
Swallow a teaspoon of granulated sugar
Breathe into a paper bag briefly
Pull your knees to your chest
Lean forward and gently press on your diaphragm
Try the Valsalva maneuver
Drink water from the far side of a glass
Suck on a lemon or a small piece of ice
Swallow a spoonful of peanut butter
Stimulate the back of your throat with a cotton swab
Relax and slow your breathing
Avoid carbonated drinks and eating too quickly
Seek medical help if hiccups last more than 48 hours