The disease is caused by mutations in the GBA gene. The GBA gene codes for production of beta-glucocerebrosidase, an enzyme stored in lysosomes that breaks down and glucocerebroside, a lipid that makes up part of cell membranes.
Hereâs the kicker: Researchers have found that whole watermelons stored outside the fridge in a cool, dark place (around 55 or 60 degrees) last much longer than watermelons stored in the fridge (around 41 degrees). So, if youâve already got a whole watermelon in the fridge, you should keep it there. But if youâre storing it outside the fridge, put it in the fridge about three hours before you plan to eat it in order to cool it down to just the right temperature.
1 Try putting the cut pieces in a container with a flavored rum or vodka, and then let it chill for a few hours before serving. 2  For a quick clean up place the watermelon on your cutting board inside of a clean 33 gallon (124.9 L) garbage bag.