Calories to Kilocalories Converter
Convert calories (cal) to kilocalories (kcal)
Result
0.001 kcal
Kilocalories
1 cal = 0.001 kcal
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How to convert calories to kilocalories
There are 1,000 calories in one kilocalorie, so divide the number of calories by 1,000.
kcal = cal ÷ 1,000
1 cal = 0.001 kcal · 1 kcal = 1,000 cal
Worked example
To convert 5 calories to kilocalories: 5 cal ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 kcal.
About calories (cal)
A (small) calorie is 4.184 J, the energy to warm 1 g of water by 1 °C. Food “Calories” are actually kilocalories.
About kilocalories (kcal)
A kilocalorie is 1,000 calories. The calories on food labels and diet plans are kilocalories.
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilocalories are in one calorie?
One calorie equals 0.001 kilocalories.
How many calories are in one kilocalorie?
One kilocalorie equals 1,000 calories.
How do I convert calories to kilocalories?
Use the formula kcal = cal ÷ 1,000. For example, 5 cal ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 kcal.