Sipping water from a clay pot, also called matka is an old age tradition followed in Indian households. The practice is common across many civilizations for its numerous health advantages.

They keep water cool and have amazing health benefits as well. Nutritionist Rupali Dutta says, "Clay pot is naturally cooling and drinking from it is a better alternative to fridge water." According ...

In the 1975 movie Dharmatma, Matka betting was popular. Meanwhile, traditionally, earthenware Matkas provided natural cooling ...

Amid the sweltering summer heat, shopkeeper Mahmoud Khidr said he was keeping drinking water cool by storing it in a clay pot ...

What should we be drinking? Once you're seated ... they're prepared in an unglazed clay pot that's been soaked in water. When that pot is heated, it steams the food inside, creating tender ...