It's never too early to think about bone health.Birth to late 20s — early growth stage: During this time, children must receive proper nutrition and activity so they reach their genetically determined peak bone mass. Late 20s to menopause — maintenance stage: Adults should continue eating well and exercising to maintain bone health. If you have any health conditions that may have a negative impact on your bone health, such as thyroid disorders, celiac disease or rheumatoid arthritis, be mindful of them and talk to your HCP about what you can do. Menopause and beyond — the aging process: This is when most people start thinking about bone health. But, unfortunately, bone loss has already begun by then. National guidelines recommend that women start getting DXA scans at 65, but they can get one earlier if they have health conditions that increase their risk for fractures.