The study2 points to an 87 percent effectiveness rate in preventing primary Lyme disease infection in patients with a bite from a deer tick (Ixodes scapularis). This may be true, but the question is whether this treatment is worth the risk.
Ginger. Ginger can also help with chest congestion due to its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties. The polyphenols present in ginger help inhibit the secretion of mucus. Plus, ginger fights infection to get rid of the underlying cause of chest congestion.
1 To use onions as a home remedy against chest congestion extract juice of one onion and mix equal parts lemon juice, honey and water to make a mixture. 2  Use this mixture lukewarm everyday for relief. 3  Sauteing sautÃ©ing sliced onions in olive oil and eating also cures.  congestion