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Let's be real, constipation is basically the WORST. When you feel backed up, it can lead to bloating and lethargy, and you just don't feel like yourself.

And there are so many things that can cause constipation, which can leave you feeling confused about what to do next.

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"Constipation can be caused by a number of issues, but the most common causes are a low-fiber diet, dehydration and lack of exercise," says NYC-based dietitian Natalie Rizzo, M.S., RD.

"Fiber, water intake and exercise all help move stool along, so that you're able to go to the bathroom," she says.

What to eat when constipated and bloated

Fiber, specifically, adds bulk to the stool, and water is necessary to soften the stool, both of which make it easier to pass. And exercise helps move the stool move through the intestines.

"By increasing your fiber intake through fruit, veggies, nuts, beans, seeds and whole grains, things should 'get moving' much better," says Lauren Harris-Pincus, M.S., RDN, author of The Protein-

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