Cabbage, broccoli, kale, apples and avocados have all been known to cause bloating. Eating too much salt can also cause water retention, which can leave you feeling puffy. Plus, downing lots of fiber -- especially from supplements -- without drinking enough water is a fast track to a gassy gut.
In 2011, Texas and California showed the highest employment for surgical techs. Texas had mean wages of $20 per hour, or $41,600 per year. California had average salaries at $24.97 per hour or $51,940 per year. The state with the highest-paying employers was Nevada, with average compensation at $25.96 per hour, or $53,990 per year.
Nationwide Entry-Level Pay Range. The average pay for surgical techs varies widely among states. According to the BLS, average pay ranged from a high of $54,750 in California to a low of $32,850 in Mississippi as of 2012.Besides a wide nationwide range of pay, starting salaries also differ widely.tarting Pay Differences. For an example of just how much starting pay can vary by area, consider the cases of Ohio and Hawaii. Ohio, a relatively low-paying state for surgical techs, had a statewide average wage of $19.96 an hour as of 2012.