How Do You Cure Hiccups With Home Remedies?
Hiccups are sudden involuntary contractions of the muscles in the diaphragm. As the contractions continue the vocal cords snap shut to prevent the inflow of air. This causes the sound of hiccups. Irritation of the nerves from the neck to the chest is the cause of hiccups. Irritation can be caused by bloating, eating too fast, spicy foods, or even by being suddenly surprised. There are numerous remedies for curing hiccups. Vinegar Many folk healers swear by apple cider vinegar as an effective remedy for hiccups. Take a “shot” (about 2 tablespoons) of apple vinegar to stop hiccups immediately. It does not taste good, but they say it works every time. China Officinalis Also called Peruvian bark, china officinalis is used for many purposes in homeopathic medicine. One of its uses is to cure the hiccups Peanut Butter Another very popular cure for hiccups that is said to work immediately is to eat a spoonful of peanut butter. Be cautious, however; too large a bite can be painful and difficul
