By far the best-studied benthos are the macrobenthos, those forms larger than 1 mm (0.04 inch), which are dominated by polychaete worms, pelecypods, anthozoans, echinoderms, sponges, ascidians, and crustaceans.
Gargling with salt water several times a day is an effective treatment for chest congestion. While the salt helps remove mucus from the respiratory tract, the hot water reduces irritation in the throat. 1  Add 1 teaspoon of salt to a glass of warm water.  Mix well until the salt is dissolved thoroughly.
Different ways of using ginger for chest congestion. 1  To a cup of hot water, add 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger (chopped). Cover and let it steep for 5 minutes. 2  Blend 1 teaspoon each black pepper, dry ginger and cloves together to form a powder. Divide the powder into 3 parts and take them 3 times in day with honey.