I was on a 6 month break when I started growing. Once I put my plant into flowering, I would do some trimming around the bottom where the leaves were starting to discolor. I figured if they are not looking that good, why should the plant waste its energy on them. Anyways, I first cut off the stem part all the way up the middle of the leaves. Then I cut the leaves up into small pieces, and place them in the oven on 100 C, or 212 F, until they are crispy. I take them out and roll a joint.

Every time I do this I am very surprised at how strong the effects are. The taste isn't that good, and it takes more hits than bud, but it does the trick for me... Especially since I haven't smoked for so long. I dont know about the health affects, but no problems for me so far...