yep, if my L128's are out and catch me eyeballing them from across the room,the stop in their tracks then with a quick move they are back under the slate !! As for the peas, I buy good frozen brand, nuke a few in some water for a minute , then toss a few ice cubes in to cool them and to stop them from cooking more. Then I pinch the outter clearish skin off. Before dropping in the tank, you can mush them slightly between your fingers . I do this cuz the dither fish and farlo like them too.
I don't think you need garlic guard for the peas , but you coud splash some on after nuking and de-shelling them if you want. I would hold food back a day, then try it with or without garlic guard. Remember to remove any uneaten food in the am.
So glad to hear he is eating and looking good.Good job! Soon you will want to introduce new foods besides peas and zucchini. A good one is red bell pepper, not blanched, raw, skin down in tank. Use a wafer trick if necessary and keep trying till he gets it. This is all new to him, so again, be patient . He will eat now that his tummy and eyes are better. He just needs to learn the new foods you are introducing is actually food.
good luck and keep us informed.Georgie