The truth is, any one of these cures might work. Though we know what happens to the ... In fact, you’ve probably heard of asking someone to jump out and scare the hiccups right out of you. This is ...

Hiccups seem to be shrouded in myth and mystery, from why we get them to how to get rid of them. Luckily, there are some recent scientific studies that may have discovered their real function.

It is true that most DIY remedies lack trial-based evidence. However, the mechanisms by which they might work do fit in with what’s known about hiccups physiologically, so do give them a go.

We take a look at whether any actually work, and why we get the hiccups ... but babies and those with stomach problems seem to hiccup more. Most of the home remedies are closer to folklore than ...