why+do+hiccups+occur?

Hiccups are caused by contractions in the diaphragm and in the larynx. They can be caused by an upset stomach, hiccups are a form of protection for the body. To make it simple they are just involuntary spasms of the diaphragm which are called Hiccups. We usually get hiccups after eating hot foods, they can also occur when gas is pushed upward when it is inside the stomach. Hiccups can also be caused after eating or drinking too much or too fast, laughing alot, drinking too much alcohol, or crying. The way I get rid of hiccups is by eating a spoonful of peanut butter. Other people might have other ways such as holding your breath, getting scared by someone or something, drinking alot of water or forgetting about them. You can also try putting sugar under your tongue too. Not all may work because everyone is different and there may be some other way that can help you get rid of the hiccups.
 * First of all what are hiccups?
 * Why do we get hiccups? When?
 * How can we get rid of hiccups?

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