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.
Sweet cherries are a good source of several minerals, such as potassium (good for the heart and blood pressure), iron, zinc, copper, and manganese. Cherry seeds contain prussic acid, which traditional medicine still makes use of (in extremely small doses) to relieve sore throat, chest and stomach pain - even labor pain.