14 Home Remedies for Hiccups

13. The Nose Pinch Method

Combining two physical actions — pinching your nose and swallowing water — can be an effective way to stop hiccups, though it's a bit tricky to master at first. This method works by disrupting the normal hiccup cycle through a coordinated effort that focuses on controlling your breathing and swallowing mechanisms. To try the breath and swallow technique, fill a glass with water, pinch your nose shut with one hand, and then drink the water normally. The act of swallowing water while closing your nasal passage forces your diaphragm to reset, potentially stopping the hiccups.