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.
Sore, itchy throat and/or cough. 1  Drink strong black tea (use 2 tea bags per cup). 2  Drink hot lemonade with honey. Or make a mixture of one part lemon juice and two parts honey. 3  Drink fenugreek tea to relieve head and chest congestion and cough.