"It" refers back to whatever was mentioned earlier. It simply means there is nothing I can do to change it.
I'm really pessimistic. I just can't help it.
He never gets anything down from the top shelf. He can't help it - he's only 4ft 6.
I drool whenever I see Johnny Depp. I can't help it. He's gorgeous!
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