In this episode, Josh and Chuck discuss the many theories behind the mysterious phenomenon of hiccups, how long hiccuping bouts can last, and various "remedies" for hiccups.
This episode of Stuff You Should Know dives into the mysterious world of hiccups, exploring what causes those annoying spasms and why our bodies do it in the first place. Josh and Chuck examine everything from the role of the phrenic nerve and diaphragm in creating hiccups to the wild theories about whether hiccupping is an evolutionary leftover from our amphibian ancestors. They also share fascinating stories about people who've had hiccups for years, discuss various home remedies and medical treatments, and Chuck attempts to give himself hiccups on air with a root beer for scientific purposes.
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