getting rid of withered leaves?!

Ok, is it ok to cut off withered leaves? or should i just let them fall off on there own?

I'd be inclined to leave them to drop off on their own. The plant will remove most of the nutrients and use it for new growth. The only time I'd consider removing the leaves is if they are blocking light from reaching the budding sites. Happy growing!

I also heard that take the leaf off will prevent critters (bugs) from eating the dead leaf. I dunno, I always pull mine off but whos to say??