Kilocalorie to Calorie Converter (kcal to cal)

How to Convert Kilocalorie to Calorie

Formula: Calorie = Kilocalorie × 1000

Example: 1 kcal = 1000 cal

You can also use the interactive converter above. Simply enter any Kilocalorie value and the equivalent Calorie value will appear instantly. Click the ⇄ button to reverse the conversion.

To get more out of this conversion, it helps to know where Kilocalorie and Calorie actually show up in daily life, plus the quick facts people usually search for.

Step-by-step example — Convert 200 kcal to cal:

What is Kilocalorie and Calorie?

A Kilocalorie (kcal) equals 1,000 calories and is the actual unit behind the 'Calorie' shown on food nutrition labels.

A Calorie (cal) is a small energy unit originally defined as the heat needed to raise one gram of water by one degree Celsius.

Real World Uses of Kilocalorie to Calorie Conversion

• Kilocalorie: Commonly used for estimating calories burned during exercise.
• Calorie: Commonly used for measuring small amounts of heat energy in chemistry and physics.
• Kilocalorie: Commonly used by nutritionists and fitness trackers to measure energy intake and burn.
• Calorie: Commonly used in chemistry to describe the heat released or absorbed in small reactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert Kilocalorie to Calorie?

The formula is: Calorie = Kilocalorie x 1000. Multiply any Kilocalorie value by 1000 to get the equivalent in Calorie.

What is 1 Kilocalorie in Calorie?

1 kcal = 1000 cal.

How many Kilocalorie are in 1 Calorie?

1 cal = 0.001 kcal.

Is Kilocalorie bigger or smaller than Calorie?

Kilocalorie is bigger than Calorie. 1 Kilocalorie = 1000 cal.

What is 500 kcal in cal?

500 kcal = 500,000 cal.

What is 500 cal in kcal?

500 cal = 0.5 kcal.

How many kilocalories does a typical adult need per day?

General guidelines suggest around 2,000 kcal per day for an average adult, though actual needs depend on age, activity level and body size.