Does Squeezing Your Thumb Turn Off Your Gag Reflex? Unpacking This Viral Hack
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According to one 2008 study in *The Journal of the American Dental Association*, applying pressure to a point in the palm can alter the gag reflex trigger point. For many, the simple act of making a fist around your thumb and applying pressure is an effective distraction technique that helps suppress a sensitive gag reflex.
