Blue Hippo Tang not eating

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  1. kdub

    kdub Plankton

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    I've had my Blue Hippo Tang for about a year now. He's been a very good eater, but for about a week now, he's been spitting out his food and is looking a little skinny. He still chases after the food but can't really keep anything down. I usually feed mysis shrimp, green algae sheets, and spirulina flakes. I also tried Formula One, but same problem. He doesn't have any visible white spots and doesn't appear to be breathing hard. He swims around fine and his color is good. I have done a couple 10% water changes but it doesn't seem to be helping. Water parameters are as follows.

    PH - 8.1
    Salinity - 1.022
    Nitrites - 0
    Nitrates - 10
    Ammonia - 0

    I also have a Vlamingii Tang, two clowns, and a Fairy Wrasse in my 80 gallon tank. Any help would be appreciated.

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  3. drew3

    drew3 Blue Ringed Angel

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    try soaking nori sheets or your food in garlic