First, this post should be under BP husbandry but that's a different matter. I've had my male pastel strike and coil but then not eat. I think I either scared him while he was eating or it's too big of a meal for his liking. They may be differently affected since she's a female but we have a few males that have been off feed for a month or two. Just keep trying and give her peace while she's trying to eat. Good luck!