Hold your breath for 10 to 20 seconds, then exhale slowly
Sip cold water slowly
Drink a glass of water quickly but safely
Gargle with cold water
Swallow a teaspoon of sugar
Place a teaspoon of peanut butter in your mouth and let it dissolve slowly
Breathe into a paper bag for a few breaths
Pull your knees to your chest and lean forward
Sit down and gently press your diaphragm
Bite on a lemon wedge
Try the Valsalva maneuver by pinching your nose and gently blowing
Distract yourself with a sudden surprise or change in focus
Repeat a slow breathing pattern until the hiccups stop
If hiccups last more than 48 hours or keep coming back, seek medical help