Nov. 5 -- (HealthDay News) -- Hiccups can be annoying and even uncomfortable, and they can last for a long time. Here's information on what causes them and a couple of suggestions on how to stop ...

Researchers Think They Have Discovered Why Humans Hiccup The study, which looked at brain activity among newborns, suggests the body function helps in early development to regulate breathing ...

Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Georgia, is sharing a hack that he says will stop hiccups fast. "Drip lemon juice or lime juice into the back of the throat," he said on TikTok.

If hiccups persist for hours at a time, you should seek medical attention. Getty Images Dietary choices can also play a role in controlling hiccups, said Loafman — particularly overeating.

MINNEAPOLIS — They happen to the best of us and, once they start, there's often no controlling them. Hiccups are a part of life, but a Wisconsin doctor believes they may be closer to an actual cure.