So, your yearly vacation has finally come around, and you’re ready to party… but the media has been hammering home the dreaded “vacation spread” which is caused—supposedly—by over-indulgence and the resulting weight gain. But how much of an issue is this really? How can you keep slim, trim and fantastic while taking a vacation? In all honesty, will the average vacation really leave you struggling to get into your wardrobe? We’ve looked into the most common causes of vacation weight gain and bloating, and how to avoid them without disrupting your vacations plans too much! What is Normal Weight Gain? So, first of all; what is the usual amount of weight to gain when you’re on vacation? Well, while you may gain a pound or two, it’s really unlikely that your body shape/mass will change noticeably or permanently while on vacation. Research indicates that you should consider putting on an average of a pound per week. However, if you return to normal eating habits once you arrive home, it’s likely that your body will return …