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.
Livestrong.com suggests the following foods to help fight sinus congestion: 1  Pineapple. 2  Omega 3 Fatty acids (found in cold water fish, nuts, eggs, fish oil, cod oil and flaxseed). 3  Garlic. 4  Fluids (see hot tea). 5  Spices and Herbs.