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Yes, exposure to sunlight is the prime factor in treating osteomalacia. If you are not exposed to enough sunlight, you will require a diet rich in vitamin D or vitamin D supplements for treating yourself.

The following foodstuffs are indicated for the management of osteomalacia:
Dairy products (cheese, milk, yoghurt)
Fish (sardines, salmon, mackerel, tuna)
Fruits (papaya, oranges, strawberries, pineapples, grapefruits, bananas)
Vegetables (green leafy spinach, kale, collard greens), bell peppers, broccoli, turnip or mustard green, okra, tomato, potatoes or sweet potatoes
Cereals

Lifestyle changes that help manage osteomalacia include:
Enough sun exposure
Diet rich in vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus
Adequate physical activity
Safety tips to be followed to prevent fractures due to falls
(bathroom fittings such as support rails, or grab bars, a nightlight, etc.)
Avoid smoking or alcohol consumption

The common medicines used for treating osteomalacia include:
Oral supplements of calcium, vitamin D, and phosphorus
Also, large doses are indicated if you are not able to absorb enough nutrients (weight loss surgery)

No known side effects of osteomalacia treatment are documented.