Mild hiccups are a reaction to hot and spicy foods or too much alcohol.

Hiccups can be caused by psychological or organic causes.

Disease conditions that affect the kidney, chest, abdomen or heart can cause hiccups.

People who eat too fast tend not to chew well, which can cause hiccups. Chew deliberately and take smaller sips of drinks.

Stress and excitement too can instigate hiccups.

One teaspoon of ordinary table sugar, swallowed dry, may cure hiccups immediately.

Holding the tongue with the thumb and index finger and gently pulling it forward.

Swallowing a small amount of finely cracked ice can relieve hiccups.

Drinking a big glass of water rapidly can stop hiccups.

Breath holding for a few seconds or so can help cure hiccups.