What foods trigger hiccups?

The following may trigger hiccups:

• eating hot or spicy food that irritates the phrenic nerve, which is located near the esophagus.
• having gas in the stomach that presses against the diaphragm.
• eating too much or causing stomach distension.
• drinking sodas, hot liquids, or alcoholic drinks, especially carbonated drinks.

Why does Chinese food give me the hiccups?

This problem is also called Chinese restaurant syndrome. It involves a set of symptoms that some people have after eating food with the additive monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is commonly used in food prepared in Chinese restaurants.

What can set off hiccups?

The most common triggers for hiccups that last less than 48 hours include:

• Drinking carbonated beverages.
• Drinking too much alcohol.
• Eating too much.
• Excitement or emotional stress.
• Sudden temperature changes.
• Swallowing air with chewing gum or sucking on candy.

Why do I hiccup once after eating?

Quickly filled stomach Your stomach lies right underneath your diaphragm on your left side. It’s possible that distension triggers hiccups by pressing on or irritating your diaphragm. Things that can cause stomach distension include: eating a lot of food at one time.

Are hiccups a symptom of GERD?

Hiccup is atypical symptom of GERD. If hiccup is due to GERD, then it may be improved with ppi therapy. Key words: Hiccup, gastroesophageal reflux disease, esophagitis, proton pump inhibitor.

Do Chinese takeaways use MSG?

MSG is a flavour enhancer which is used in many cuisines & yes Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, Indonesian, Thai & other restaurants use it in a powdered form & it occurs naturally in many foods. Msg is a salt. It’s used much the way salt is used to preserve meats like pork, ham, poultry. Yes they still use it.

How do you stop the hiccups from acid reflux?

Managing hiccups

• Breathe slowly and deeply into a paper bag for 10 breaths at a time.
• Drink water slowly.
• Bear down gently as if having a bowel movement (called the Valsalva maneuver).
• Hold a teaspoon of sugar in your mouth and then swallow.
• Avoid forcing yourself to eat.