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Ralph McDaniel's Hiccup Cure My grandfather, my mother's father, Ralph McDaniel, was a mysterious man. Among many talents, my grandfather had in his bag of tricks a cure for hiccups. You're going to think this is complete farce, but I invite you to try it the next time you contract a case. You'll feel a bit silly, likely, and you'll probably have to recruit a friend to help you with the following (and you'll have to explain this whole story, I'm betting, and endure the resultant b.s.). But it works. Got the hiccups, eh? Get a glass of water. I suppose any liquid will do, though. So if you want to go drinking your own urine or whatever, I guess that's your business. Personally, I'd go with the agua. Have a [trusted] accomplice hold it for you (you can do it by yourself but it's easier with help). While standing, stretch your arms out. Take a deep breath. This is important. Hold the breath. Tilt your head back. Start wiggling your fingers. Have your friend gently start to pour the water into your mouth. Keep wiggling your fingers. Swallow. Wait a minute or two. Hiccups be gone. You probably think I'm putting you on, but I certify that this works. I've been mocked by friends when I told them of the cure. The miracle was performed, and now they believe. You are welcome. »Back to Etc.