Quora User, worked at Earth. 1  Businesses in the US (or any other country, for that matter) must charge VAT when selling e-services to European consumers. Many US companies (especially the larger ones) do comply with this policy, and charge VAT to EU residents, even if they do not have a physical presence within the EU. List of VAT Rates.
See MD: Hand numbness likely is due to pressure on the nerve either from damage, inflammation or direct pressure. Throat sensation can be topical in nature - not likely lemon water, but excess acid could irritate it. This may also be nerve related. So, get to the MD and find out what is going on.
Drinking alcohol has a complex effect on your circulation. In moderate amounts, alcohol can cause blood vessel dilation which actually improves circulation. This is why people report feeling warmer while they are drinking. Excess drinking can cause an increase in your blood pressure, but is not specifically associated with poor circulation.