What are hiccups caused by?

Answer:
Hiccups are caused by a sudden jerk in your diaphragm that causes you to breath in air very quickly. Hiccups are annoying and can sometimes be hard to get rid of. Here is a simple, but effective way to get rid of them: Take a glass of water and drink 14 (or how ever many you can do) gulps of the water without breathing. Once you are finished do not talk. Relax for several minutes taking in deep, slow breaths.
I hope this helps! :)
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